What Causes A Sudden Swelling With A Lump On The Left Wrist Area?
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Question : What causes a sudden swelling with a lump on the left wrist area. I am 65 years old.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Based on your description, it could be a number of conditions including a ganglion cyst, skin cyst, insect bite etc. If possible then please upload an image of the area involving the swelling/lump to comment further. If you want me to answer without the help of an image then let me know
to advise accordingly.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Based on your description, it could be a number of conditions including a ganglion cyst, skin cyst, insect bite etc. If possible then please upload an image of the area involving the swelling/lump to comment further. If you want me to answer without the help of an image then let me know
to advise accordingly.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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