panic simply because you’ve discovered a wrist lump. Many causes are benign.
However, NHS guidance recommends getting a lump assessed if you’re worried about it, if it is getting larger, or if it is hard and doesn’t move. A lump that becomes very painful, hot or red deserves more urgent medical attention.
You should also seek medical advice if you experience persistent numbness, tingling, weakness or difficulty moving the wrist or hand.
Don’t Try to Pop a Wrist Lump at Home
You may have heard of the old practice of
