A tumor is a lump or abnormal growth formed due to unregulated cell division. Wrist tumors can occur on or underneath the skin. They are most often benign (non-cancerous).
The common wrist tumors include:
Other wrist tumors include fat cell tumors (lipomas), nerve cell (neuromas) and nerve sheath tumors and connective tissue tumors (fibromas).
Wrist tumors may be associated with pain, swelling, loss of flexibility, and weakness or numbness.
They can be diagnosed with a physical examination, and imaging tests such as X-rays, MRI and CT scan. Your doctor may also order a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of the tumor and ascertain if it is benign or malignant.
Treatments mainly involve anti-inflammatory medications, use of splints and draining of the fluid from the cyst. Surgical treatment includes excision of the tumor. Excision is usually performed under local anesthesia and is an outpatient procedure.
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