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Question
18 Jan 2008
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recurring lump
my friend has a reccurring painful lump on his write wrist.
what cuses that and is it something serious to worry about?
what cuses that and is it something serious to worry about?
CyberDoc
Dear Sly
Thank you for visiting health24.com.
The recurring swelling on your friend's right wrist, could be due to a ganglion cyst. It is nothing to worry about. It can however, cause pain and discomfort at times. The treatment is surgical repair of the tendon.
Kind regards
Dr Anrich Burger
Thank you for visiting health24.com.
The recurring swelling on your friend's right wrist, could be due to a ganglion cyst. It is nothing to worry about. It can however, cause pain and discomfort at times. The treatment is surgical repair of the tendon.
Kind regards
Dr Anrich Burger
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