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Barely noticeable lump under skin about 4 inches above wrist. only notice it when i touch the area and only hurts when i press. pea size. normal?

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Dr. Richard Zimon
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Internal Medicine 61 years experience
Sounds like: a "ganglion cyst" (I am "guessing" from location. size, and "feel) (a ganglion cyst is BENIGN!) Check it out with your PCP but no "emergency" Hope this helps! Dr z
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