
What Does A Small Pea Sized Hard Lump At The Site Of Fracture Suggest?

Less likely to be a bone related issue.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A small pea sized hard lump at the site of fracture that you noticed is less likely to be an extra bone growth after 4 years. If the swelling is immobile and is fixed then it can be related to bone like osteoma. If the swelling is movable then a sebaceous cyst or ganglion may be the possibility.
This needs a direct examination to confirm the diagnosis. An X-ray may be needed to rule out a bone spur.
I hope this answers your query.
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Thank you for your reply. I have attached a picture of the bump (being pointed to by a pen) right next to the old x-ray. My concern is if its some type of malignant tumor. Do you think that is a valid concern?
I just looked up osteoma's and those don't seem like a big deal.
Also to be 100% honest I'm not sure if it just popped up or if it has been there since the fracture. I did however just notice it 1 week ago. It has not changed in the last week.
Can be a callus.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
I have seen the attached image. It is not likely to be any malignancy. The small swelling can be a part of the callus that was left since fracture. An X-ray will help in confirmation.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.


I just realized I misspelled your name before. I apologize...I was typing too quickly.
It is definitely very hard lump and attached to the bone so I don't think a cyst is a possibility. Your answers so far are very comforting. Do you think it necessary to have it checked out by a local doctor? Or do you think it's better me to monitor it over time for pain, additional growth etc.? Of course I'm scared of the worst possible scenario (the C word).
What are things to watch for that would cause you concern? Based on the picture I sent earlier it appears to be in the exact spot of the old fracture. Sorry for the additional questions.
Not worrisome.
Detailed Answer:
You can wait and self monitor for any increase in growth or pain at the site. It is most likely a callus. Cancer is not likely but to comfort your mind you can get an X-ray done which will help in confirmation.
Regards.

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