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I have a tender lump on my right forearm. if i work out it gets bigger . i did have a tiny surgury to remove pieces of glass 2 years ago. no pain?

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Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Scar tissue: Could be residual glass/foreign body, scar tissue, or muscle herniation. Other possibilities include cysts among others. If bothersome, go see a doctor for an evaluation.

Answered 4/26/2013

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A member asked:

I have a tender lump on my right forearm. if i work out it gets bigger . i did have a tiny surgury to remove pieces of glass 2 years ago. no pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

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