Cyst on Palm

[Rhythmauthor1]

I noticed a small painful cyst on my palm in the last two days. I understand CLL can cause bacterial infections on the hand. Could this be a manifestation of that? Is this indicative of a progression of the disease? How might this be treated? I have been on watch and wait since 2016. I am not currently in treatment. My lymphs are 80. WBC is 40. Neutrophyls are 7. Thank you.

[AussieNeil Partner Administrator]

If you've had no break in your skin, then I would consider a bacterial infection unlikely to be the cause. I don't recall anyone else raising this specifically and the Related Posts haven't found any similar posts. If it continues to be painful, particularly if it becomes red and/or larger, see your doctor about what should be done. Be on the watch out for a red line moving up your arm from the cyst too, as that indicates you do have a bacterial infection causing lymphangitis, which needs quick attention.

Neil

[Rhythmauthor1 in reply to AussieNeil]

Thank you Neil. I appreciate your kind attention. I will update the post if I am told anything relevant to our community.

[Davidcara]

I would get lots of boils before I started treatment. It could be a good idea to get a painful cyst checked out by your Doctor

[Rhythmauthor1 in reply to Davidcara]

Thank you David. Will do.

[MsLockYourPosts Passed Volunteer]

Possibly a ganglion cyst, which they don't treat unless they are causing problems. The old approach was to smash them with a big book. Really!

If it continues to hurt, as Neil said, see your doctor. Your PC should be able to assess it.

[Rhythmauthor1 in reply to MsLockYourPosts]

Thank you.