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What Causes Painful Lump In Calf And Below Knee?

Hi. My fiancee is a 33 year old female who recently started complaining about a large lump that appeared almost over night on the back of her right calf. It rests about 2-3 inches below the back of her knee. She has been complaining about periodic dull and sharp pain around the lump and her knees. Over the past 2 days, she has been keeping her leg elevated to reduce the pain. She doesn't have health insurance and I am scared to death. Can someone please advise?
Tue, 29 Sep 2015
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Swelling of the leg may involve a noticeable distension of the shin or calf, ankles, feet or toes. Foot swelling may be a common occurrence which most of us will experience at some point in life after a long day of standing or sitting but may also be an indication of a more serious pathology as in certain cardiovascular disorders.



Recurrent or persistent swelling of the feet should be investigated by a medical practitioner especially if you have a history of cardiovascular disease or have noticed a change in color, sensation or mobility of the leg, foot or toe.
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What Causes Painful Lump In Calf And Below Knee?

Swelling of the leg may involve a noticeable distension of the shin or calf, ankles, feet or toes. Foot swelling may be a common occurrence which most of us will experience at some point in life after a long day of standing or sitting but may also be an indication of a more serious pathology as in certain cardiovascular disorders. Recurrent or persistent swelling of the feet should be investigated by a medical practitioner especially if you have a history of cardiovascular disease or have noticed a change in color, sensation or mobility of the leg, foot or toe.