Most lumps and bone swellings are harmless, but a lump that is growing, or bone pain that wakes you at night, should be checked. Early diagnosis gives the best chance of saving the limb.
A tumour is an abnormal growth. It can start in bone, or in the muscle, fat and other soft tissues of the arms and legs.
Most are benign (harmless), such as bone cysts, lipomas and osteochondromas. A few are malignant (sarcomas) and need prompt, planned treatment. Scans and a biopsy show exactly what type it is.
Most lumps are harmless, but these signs mean it should be checked without delay.
Most lumps are in this group.
Planned carefully, with the aim of saving the limb.
An X-ray and MRI, and sometimes a CT scan.
A small, planned sample, ideally taken by the surgeon who will treat you.
Where they are needed.
A clear plan, discussed and agreed with you.
Every patient’s plan is different, but most follow these stages.
Answers to the questions we hear most about lumps and tumours.
No. Most lumps are harmless, but a lump that is growing should always be examined.
In most cases the limb can be saved. Removing the whole limb is rarely needed today.
It is a small, planned procedure, ideally done by the surgeon who will treat the tumour.
Some can, which is why regular follow-up scans are important.
MBBS, MS (Ortho) · Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with a Fellowship in Hand & Upper-Limb Surgery. An orthopaedic trauma specialist in Lahore with over 15 years of experience.
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