"A dermatofibroma is a firm, non-cancerous lump found on the lower leg - it's very common. It's usually skincoloured, white or pinkish, and caused by a reaction to an insect bite or a thorn ...

But as well as diagnosing the leg tumour, they also needed to examine ... reading gets the message that if you are worried about a lump anywhere on your body, you need to see a doctor.