Question
I have a 5 cm round elevated mass to the lateral aspect of
my R foot nearest my heel. It is very painful. Pain often
refers up to my inner thigh and the entire RLE can be
"sore." It's having a detrimental effect on my daily life. I
have no insurance at this time and will have to wait a month
before I can see a podiatrist. What could this growth be?
CC:
Diabetes, obesity, very dry heels (2nd to diabetes?)

Thank you for your input!!

Answer
Hi Gina,

There are many possibilities.  This could be a harmless lipoma or could be an infection.  If you are having so much pain I would see a doctor and not wait.  Especially since you have diabetes.

Sincerely,

Marc Katz, DPM
Tampa, FL
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