fluid-filled cyst. It is a firm, bony prominence near the base of the index or middle finger where the hand meets the wrist.
Because both can produce a visible bump in a similar area, people sometimes mistake one for the other.
A carpal boss may cause no symptoms at all. In other cases, repetitive wrist movement can be associated with discomfort or tenderness around the area.
What Should You Do?
If the bump doesn’t hurt or interfere with hand movement, treatment may not be necessary.
When symptoms occur, a healthcare
