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Lump in thigh and forearm

2020-12-09 12:54:18
Hi, I have lump in my thigh and forearm, it has been there for more than a year. Recently another lump has grown in the back. Neither of these are painful. Could you please help me to know that what could be the cause of these and what type of doctor shall I consult ? Thank you.
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A painless lump under the skin could be a Lipoma. Once you visit a surgeon they will take a look at it and might order an Ultra sound scan to see any blood vessel is involved. It could be removed as a day care procedure.
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Just get urself examined once..No need to worry if lipomas are not causing pain or increasing in size.

Answered2020-12-10 12:14:38

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It's likely multiple lipoma Nothing to worry These are benign lump If bothering consult with a Surgeon

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This can be Lipoma, usually they don't pain. sometimes  it  can Painful lipoma or neurolipoma. It is called multiple lipomatosis if many lipomas . Visit surgeon. Regards Dr Rajshree Murudkar
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If any lump has suddenly increased in size , giving pain , it should be shown early to surgeon.

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Freely mobile lump could be a fat swelling which is called lipoma . It can be present at multiple places . Unless increasing in size or painful they usually don’t require treatment.
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Consult a general surgeon

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