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What Causes A Muscle Growth On Right Elbow?

I recently noticed a soft fleshy swelling or growth on the medial side of my right elbow. There appears to be a denser center to the growth. I assumed at first the growth was due to muscular attrition occurring after carpal tunnel surgery I had in March of this year. The denser center of the swelling does not seem to be attached to the lower portion of the triceps or humerus.
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Hi,

The most common causes of such a swelling on the medial side of the elbow are as follows:
Lipoma
Large sebaceous cyst
Synovioma

Hence, it is important to know the exact cause to have proper management. I would advise you to consult your doctor for an actual examination. Ultrasound examination of the swelling will help to know the exact cause. FNAC if required. Once a cause is known you can proceed with an appointment for surgery if the cause is surgical.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeonhe fllowing in such a situation:
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What Causes A Muscle Growth On Right Elbow?

Hi, The most common causes of such a swelling on the medial side of the elbow are as follows: Lipoma Large sebaceous cyst Synovioma Hence, it is important to know the exact cause to have proper management. I would advise you to consult your doctor for an actual examination. Ultrasound examination of the swelling will help to know the exact cause. FNAC if required. Once a cause is known you can proceed with an appointment for surgery if the cause is surgical. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. T. Chandrakant, General Surgeonhe fllowing in such a situation: C