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3 year old with hard lump on top of hand feels like a bone. first noticed it a month ago it was very small now its the size of a pea. any ideas?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Possible ganglion: Sounds like it may be a ganglion , although he is a bit young. Have his pediatrician check it out.

Dr Cordero agreed

Answered 7/8/2018

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A member asked:

3 year old with hard lump on top of hand feels like a bone. first noticed it a month ago it was very small now its the size of a pea. any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Cordero agreed

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