
What Causes Hard Lump Formation Between My Index Finger And Palm Junction?

Question: there is a hard lump formed between my index finger and palm junction. it is painful when pressed. the lump is small like a grain of stone. it has been more than a month now. I doubt that it may be uric acid formation. I don't drink alcohol. I am into consuming whey protein post work out as per the prescribed daily scoop. what could this be ? and what to do about it.
Brief Answer:
It is likely to be ganglion of tendon sheath.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query
I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar
I have gone through your query and understand your concern. It is likely to be ganglion of tendon sheath. Its treatment is operative removal and biopsy ( excisional biopsy). Analgesic such as ibuprofen are useful in pain relief. You can get it's x ray to exclude bony lesion. It is not related to uric acid,alcohol and whey protein.You may consult hand surgeon or Orthopedician of your area for its operation.You can discuss with your doctor about it.
Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
It is likely to be ganglion of tendon sheath.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query
I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar
I have gone through your query and understand your concern. It is likely to be ganglion of tendon sheath. Its treatment is operative removal and biopsy ( excisional biopsy). Analgesic such as ibuprofen are useful in pain relief. You can get it's x ray to exclude bony lesion. It is not related to uric acid,alcohol and whey protein.You may consult hand surgeon or Orthopedician of your area for its operation.You can discuss with your doctor about it.
Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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