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What Does Painful Lump At Base Of Wrist Indicate?
I have a lump (swollen muscle) at the base of my wrist on the pinky side (flexor digiti minimi brevis?) and it is painful, although I have not lost any use of my hand or fingers. I get sharp pains when using my hand for typing or lifting or even moving it certain ways. I cannot put any pressure on the wrist as in trying to push myself up. Is this something I should go see my doctor about?
Mon, 23 Jun 2014
Hi,
From your description of what brings on the pain, I think this is a ganglion. This is a swelling in the tendon at the wrist. I suggest you see a hand surgeon for assessment. Surgical removal is the commonest treatment.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
From your description of what brings on the pain, I think this is a ganglion. This is a swelling in the tendon at the wrist. I suggest you see a hand surgeon for assessment. Surgical removal is the commonest treatment.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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