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2018-02-13 16:18:46
A metal string pierced my left leg while playing.This happened in my childhood.There is an extra mass grown over that area and it has been there since then.It doesn't hurt.Is it harmful in future? Should I get it operated?If yes,What is the procedure?
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No usually it's benign

Answered2018-02-14 05:34:26

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