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I have a lump in the palm of my hand, not painful but concerned as it recently appeared & seems to be a bit bigger than when i first noticed it.?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Bump on hand: Several possibilities including dupetryns contracture or a giant cell tumor. Both are benign but get it checked out.

Answered 4/15/2013

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Dr. David Tuckman answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Ganglion/Dupuytrens: This could be either a ganglion cyst or a dupuytrens nodule. A ganglion cyst is a fluid filled sac that comes from tendons or joints. A dupuytrens nodule is thickening of the palmar fascia which is just below the skin. An examination can usually tell the difference.

Answered 1/8/2013

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Cyst: Most likely a synovial or tendon sheath cyst. These are benign and if tender or growing are easily fixed with surgery.

Answered 1/24/2014

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