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Suggest Treatments For Lump On The Upper Arm And Elbow .

Hi I am a 30 year old female.. I have found a lump on my upper arm right side about a year ago it is about the size of a pea.. here recently about 6 month ago I found anoth on my right arm forearm just below elbow tonight I found another close to the one by my elbow ....should I call my dr? my uncle had lymphoma just not sure which kind and there are other forms of cancer in my family as well...should I be worried?
Mon, 6 Jan 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.

From your given description, I don't think that the swellings are of malignant nature. If the swellings are rapidly growing with change in colour and consistency, then they need to be investigated for any possibility of malignancy. Tissue biopsy and histopathological examination will confirm the nature of the swellings.

To be on the safer side, I suggest you to consult your family physician for a detailed clinical examination and further evaluation,if needed.

Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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Suggest Treatments For Lump On The Upper Arm And Elbow .

Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. From your given description, I don t think that the swellings are of malignant nature. If the swellings are rapidly growing with change in colour and consistency, then they need to be investigated for any possibility of malignancy. Tissue biopsy and histopathological examination will confirm the nature of the swellings. To be on the safer side, I suggest you to consult your family physician for a detailed clinical examination and further evaluation,if needed. Hope this information is helpful. Good day