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Is it possible for a "fibroma of the tendon sheath" (tumor) on my pinky finger to not grow at all? i had it for 3 years and see no signs of growth.

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Dr. William m Simpson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: These types of growths may be very slow growing or may not grow at all for years.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 9/17/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Yes.: The benign fibroma may stabiilize forever, or may have a growth spurt anytime. The fact that it has not changed in three years is a good sign!

Answered 3/22/2014

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A member asked:

Is it possible for a "fibroma of the tendon sheath" (tumor) on my pinky finger to not grow at all? i had it for 3 years and see no signs of growth.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. William m Simpson answered

Dr Iwata agreed

Dr. Thomas Namey answered

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