What does painful lump at base of wrist indicate?
Patient: I have a lump (swollen muscle) at the base of my wrist on the pinky side (flexor digiti minimi brevis?) and it is painful, although I have not lost any use of my hand or fingers.  I get sharp pains when using my hand for typing or lifting or even moving it certain ways.  I cannot put any pressure on the wrist as in trying to push myself up.  Is this something I should go see my doctor about? Doctor: Hi,From your description of what brings on the pain, I think this is a ganglion. This is a swelling in the tendon at the wrist. I suggest you see a hand surgeon for assessment. Surgical removal is the commonest treatment.Regards,Dr K A Pottinger