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Q: What is a swelling on the outer surface of the wrist?
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The development of swelling on the outer surface of the wrist is?

medical term: Ganglion Cyst


Why is your right wrist and your right leg swelling?

They aren't.


What is the fluid-filled swelling of the wrist called?

ganglion cyst


When to be concerned with post wrist surgery swelling?

Swelling is very common post-operatively. If swelling persists 2-4 weeks after surgery visit your GP for a check up.


What happens when you hear a pop in your wrist?

A pop in the wrist may not be anything to worry about. If it is accompanied by pain or swelling you should see a doctor to have this checked.


What is a curved outer surface of a circle?

The curved outer surface of a circle is the perimeter.


What is the covering of the outer surface of bone?

The outer surface of the bone is called the periosteum.


Can you have a fractured wrist without swelling?

yeah you can, mine was fractured I had no swelling no bruise, just sharp pain when I moved it yeah you can, mine was fractured I had no swelling no bruise, just sharp pain when I moved it


Points at the body surface where the pulse?

wrist,,,,,


How do you know if you have a wrist fracture?

The mechanism or how your wrist was hurt plays a big part. If you have point tenderness over a specific carpal or wrist bone. If you have swelling,and bruising and loss of or decreased range of motion. All these things are part of an exam and history. You will need an xray to be positive. The signs of a break or sprain are pain, redness, swelling and a decreased range of movement of your hand. If the swelling and pain does not get less over the course of a few hours, it is best to get the wrist x-rayed as certain breaks might not heal well if left alone. Only an x-ray can determine a fracture.


What are the symptoms of a wrist injury?

The are a few symptoms of wrist injuries. The symptoms include swelling, pain, heat/warmth of the joint, discolouration, deformity and being unable to move the joint.


Why is the wrist particularly impacted by excessive fluid?

Because the area of the wrist through which the median nerve passes is very narrow, any swelling in the area will lead to pressure on the median nerve.