Hello, 5 weeks ago I had surgery to repair a fibula fracture.  The surgery required some metal hardware for repair.  Now, I have some firm tissue that has gathered into a lump approx 45% up my tibia.  This lump is directly under a red wart that I have had on my chin for about 18 yrs, I am 34.  Just curious to gather any ideas of what it may be.  I will be following up with my ortho, but curious and anxious about this development.  Any info or references to read up on what you think it could be are greatly appreciated. Thank you and best regards, Harold
Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. The changes what you have observed at the post-operative site can be hematoma formation with features of cellulitis.2. In other possible thing could be edema post-operative site - but generally not seen after 5 weeks time. 3. I think in terms of bad healing process - it may need as small incision and cleanup the wound and a course of antibiotics would be helpful.4. And an imaging study CT / X-ray to see the status of the bone and implant and any infective features.5. If it is there for so long and not causing any discomfort - possibilities include lipoma - fat cells containing lump. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query,anything to ask ? Do not hesitate to ask.http://doctor.ChatDoctor .com/doctors/ Chat Doctor. 