Little bump on shin

hi there, so I'm 22 years old and I have a huge case of health anxiety when it comes to cancer as I'm sure we all do but given my age, it's quite bad that I am worried about this so constantly because although I know it's all rare, my mind makes me believe I can be that rarity. Anyway, lately, I noticed when running my hand down my shin (right next to my shin bone and over the muscle area) that there is a slight bump, not a lump per se but more when I run my hand down it goes up ever so slightly. It isn't noticeable as lumps can be it's just more so when I touch it I feel a slight rise. This is on my left leg, on my right leg I feel for the same thing to just ease my mind that it's the shape of my legs/muscle/bone and there is also a slight rise there too however it's not as large as the left one if that makes sense? 

obviously googling is always a bad idea and a bad habit that I have but my brain just keeps telling me that it's some form of possible bone cancer and I've essentially gotten myself all worked up. it's hard to explain but it isn't a lump and more just a small rise? any input? I'm paranoid that I am just making something out of nothing and it's in fact completely normal and just part of the body but I'm also worrying myself that I'm wrong and it's something serious. 

  • Hello becs253

    I'm sorry to hear that you're worried about a lump that you've recently noticed on your leg. 

    Please do avoid searching Google for answers at this will just leave you feeling more anxious. We would recommend that anyone who has health concerns speak with their GP in the first instance as they will be best placed to support you. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat modertor 

  • Hi. 
     

    I have the same issue right now I've just turnt 23 and on my left leg is a bump o felt it about 2 weeks ago and it's still there I can't tell if it's a bruise I don't have it on my right leg but my gp appt is 9 days away and I'm driving myslef crazy 

  • Hi, 

     

    I went to physiotherapy regarding an issue around my legs (I have an ongoing knee problem) and he said my particular bump was on both legs and just seemed to be the shape of them for my individual body structure. You've done the right thing by getting it checked out, i know the wait can feel like forever but hang in there, I'm sure once the doctor checked it out they can reassure you, hope it goes okay!