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Small lump like in leg
I have noticed a small lump on left leg beside shin bone 1.5 months back which is noticeable only when pressure is applied not generally. Now I feel it has grown a little. What is it?
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A small lump beside the shin bone that is felt mainly on pressing and seems to have increased slightly over 1 to 1.5 months is usually benign, but it should always be examined properly because the shin area has very little soft tissue, so even small changes can feel more prominent.
The most common possibilities are:
1. Lipoma
A soft, mobile, non-painful fatty lump under the skin. These grow slowly and are harmless.
2. Fibroma / Dermatofibroma
A small fibrous tissue growth that becomes more noticeable on pressing.
3. Post-traumatic nodule
Even minor unnoticed injury can cause a small swelling over the shin that stays for a few weeks.
4. Periosteal reaction / bony prominence
Sometimes the bone surface reacts after mild trauma, giving a firm lump feel.
5. Less common but important to rule out:
A fast-growing or hard, fixed swelling may need evaluation to rule out deeper tissue lesions.
Next Steps
Right now nothing you’ve described suggests an emergency, but because you’ve noticed growth over time, it’s important to get it checked once in person. A simple clinical exam and an ultrasound of the soft tissue around the shin will clearly tell us what it is and whether it needs any treatment.
Good luck!
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Lipoma/ fibroma?
If it is fast growing go for procedure. As no medicine for this.
It's a minor surgery. Performed in minor OT. NO WORRIES AS ITS PERFORM UNDER LOCAL ANASTASIA.
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A small lump near the shin that’s only felt with pressure and has slowly grown is most commonly a lipoma (fat lump) or a fibroma — both benign. It can also be a small cyst or post-injury swelling.
When to worry
Rapid growth
Pain or tenderness
Hard/fixed lump
Redness or warmth
Numbness or tingling
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
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15 yrs exp
Belgaum
Consult online
Need proper history and evaluation for further management
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Laxmi Koppishetty
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8 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
U need to consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Gaurij Hood
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16 yrs exp
Valsad
Pls connect for further discussion and solution.
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