I have developed a small lump, about an inch in diameter, several inches above my ankle. It is soft and when I touch it there is a slight burning sensation in the skin. Also I have a slight dull ache that fades when I am standing, but runs thought the entire leg. I am only 26 and have an appointment in the morning, but am having some anxiety. Any ideas what may cause this?
Hi, Dear,Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Studied your query in full depth of its details. Reviewed it in context of your health concerns. Based On the facts, You seem to suffer from-Varicose Veins with Incompetent perforator vein just above ankle, with slight burning sensation due to Rural Neuropathy from Cellulitis of the leg tissue around the long saphenous tract, along which the rural nerve passes down the leg. Color Doppler Study of the Deep and Superficial Long and Short Saphenous Vein would confirm the accompanied DVT with incompetent perforator vessel causing the soft sore lump in the leg above.Thus, the cause of this lump could be due to DVT of the Deep Popliteal Vein with Varsity of the perforator vein. Pain throughout the leg on standing, indicates the Short Saphenous Varsity. Hope this reply would satisfy you and would help you to plan further treatment with your doctor there. Welcome any further query in this regard, which would be replied in next session. Good Day!! Chat Doctor. N. Senior Surgical Specialist. S. Genl-CVTS