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I've had a lump on my leg since I was 14 or 15 years old. It's dark, huge and painful. It has small veins around it. Can this be removed?

Answers from doctors (7)

Lincoln Surgical Group

Published on Aug 12, 2016

This is something that needs to be looked at. It could be a cluster of varicose veins or an AVM.

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Answered by Lincoln Surgical Group

This is something that needs to be looked at. It could be a cluster of varicose veins or an AVM.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Advanced Vein Center

Published on Aug 11, 2016

I don't know. You should see a dermatologist about this.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

I don't know. You should see a dermatologist about this.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Susan B Fox, D.O. RPVI, FSVM

Published on Aug 09, 2016

The lump needs to be evaluated first to determine what it is. Then, it most likely can be removed.

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Answered by Susan B Fox, D.O. RPVI, FSVM

The lump needs to be evaluated first to determine what it is. Then, it most likely can be removed.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

More About Doctor Vein Center for Women PC

Published on Aug 05, 2016

Any lump that is not normal should be removed, particularly if there is increase in size or local symptoms develop. Removing a small lump like that in an office setting should not be difficult, but it should be sent to pathology to know the nature of the 'lump,' as it could be a thrombosed varicose vein. It could be a angiolipoma, which is also common. I read that you call it huge. How large is it exactly? You can approximately describe it. For instance, is it the size of a small lemon? Basically, describe it in terms that people can relate to without being able to actually see it. That would be very helpful. Thank you.

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Answered by Vein Center for Women PC (View Profile)

Any lump that is not normal should be removed, particularly if there is increase in size or local symptoms develop. Removing a small lump like that in an office setting should not be difficult, but it should be sent to pathology to know the nature of the 'lump,' as it could be a thrombosed varicose vein. It could be a angiolipoma, which is also common. I read that you call it huge. How large is it exactly? You can approximately describe it. For instance, is it the size of a small lemon? Basically, describe it in terms that people can relate to without being able to actually see it. That would be very helpful. Thank you.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Aug 04, 2016

Yes, you probably can. Please consult a dermatologist or surgeon.

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Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

Yes, you probably can. Please consult a dermatologist or surgeon.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Aug 04, 2016

You should first be evaluated as to the cause of the problem. If it is vascular in origin and possible from some sort of injury such as ball, it can be injected but must be done by an experienced practitioner. An ultrasound examination will be able to see if it is vascular or if there in fibrous tissue etc in the area. You may need to have a biopsy.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

You should first be evaluated as to the cause of the problem. If it is vascular in origin and possible from some sort of injury such as ball, it can be injected but must be done by an experienced practitioner. An ultrasound examination will be able to see if it is vascular or if there in fibrous tissue etc in the area. You may need to have a biopsy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

The Sheen Vein Institute

Published on Aug 04, 2016

Without actually seeing the lump, it is hard to say what it actually is. Initially I would guess that it was either a varicose vein or some form of AVM (artery-venous malformation). An ultrasound examination of the lump should provide us the answer. If your lump is a varicose vein, it can easily be fixed without actually cutting on your leg, which could potentially leave a permanent scar. If the lump is an AVM, the treatment will vary depending on its size, what its connections are, etc. Unfortunately, I cannot give you the precise answer without knowing what the lump actually is, and that would require a full evaluation of the limb.

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Answered by The Sheen Vein Institute

Without actually seeing the lump, it is hard to say what it actually is. Initially I would guess that it was either a varicose vein or some form of AVM (artery-venous malformation). An ultrasound examination of the lump should provide us the answer. If your lump is a varicose vein, it can easily be fixed without actually cutting on your leg, which could potentially leave a permanent scar. If the lump is an AVM, the treatment will vary depending on its size, what its connections are, etc. Unfortunately, I cannot give you the precise answer without knowing what the lump actually is, and that would require a full evaluation of the limb.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

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