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Question #49791
20 days ago
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Swelling on Left Wrist: What Should I Do Next? - #49791

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Ultrasound of swelling over left wrist High‑resolution sonography of the swelling over the left wrist was done. The study reveals: A well‑defined, oblong, mixed echogenicity, predominantly hypoechoic lesion is noted over the palmar‑radial aspect of the left wrist. It is located in the subcutaneous plane. There is no extension into the deeper structures. No internal vascularity is seen in it on color Doppler. No calcification is seen in it. Impression / likely diagnosis: This is likely to be a benign cyst with proteinaceous internal contents or a lipoma. Short note you could add or mention to the doctor The report suggests the swelling is either a benign cyst or a lipoma, both typically non‑cancerous. Lipomas are usually harmless, slow‑growing fatty lumps under the skin and often don’t need treatment unless they cause discomfort or concern. You can ask the doctor: Whether any further tests or monitoring are needed. If treatment is recommended, what options and timing make sense.

How long has the swelling been present?:

- 1-6 months

Have you experienced any pain or discomfort in the area?:

- No pain at all

Have you noticed any changes in the size of the swelling?:

- It has not changed
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-Provisional Diagnosis: 👉 Granthi (Kapha-dominant) / Medoja Granthi Rx: 1)Kanchanar Guggulu 2 tabs BD after food with warm water 2)Triphala Guggulu 2 tabs BD after food 3)Varunadi Kashayam 15 ml + equal warm water BD before food 4)Jatyadi Taila Local application over swelling once daily (gentle massage) Adviced- leech therapy once a week atleast 4-5 sitting under supervision Pathya-Apathya: ✔ Light, warm, Kapha-reducing diet ✔ Avoid excess dairy, oily, cold, and junk foods ✔ Do not press or massage vigorously Advice: – Observation advised – Review after 4–6 weeks

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20 days ago

Thank you for your response mam, but I want to know is there any side effects of medicine because I am taking allopathy medicine also but not worked yet so can I still take allopathy medicine or only ayurveda

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20 days ago

While doing household work at home, I slipped and fell down. I tried to support myself with my hands, so my entire body weight came on my wrists. Because of that, a lump/swelling developed on my left wrist. It does not cause pain, but the lump is present.

When this happened?

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20 days ago

6 month ago but it’s not painful

Avoid leech therapy then , firstly take these medicines, yes u can take it with allopathic with 30 min gap and add one more- Local application with Luke warm mahanarayan taila gently not deep or hard 2-3 min circular motion - review after 1 week

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Start with hot fomentation also

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Hello Thanks for sending over the ultrasound report. Let’s break down what’s going on with your wrist swelling in a way that makes sense. Basically, the ultrasound is showing: – A lump under your skin with clear edges and no blood vessels inside. – It’s not spreading deeper into your wrist. – There’s no blood flow within it. – No calcium deposits. – It’s likely either a cyst filled with protein or a lipoma (fatty growth). The good news? It’s 100% not cancerous. What this means from an Ayurvedic View This sounds like what we call a Kapha-Meda Granthi. It happens when: – Too much Kapha builds up (think of it as stagnation). – Fatty tissue gets stuck. – Tiny channels in your body get blocked. This can cause a soft lump that doesn’t hurt and grows very slowly. Since: – You’re not in pain. – It’s not growing fast. – There’s no blood flow to it. – It’s not going deep into your wrist. …it’s not serious and usually doesn’t need surgery unless it’s really bothering you. Can Ayurveda Help? Yes! These types of cysts and lipomas on the surface often respond well to: – Herbs that reduce Kapha. – Applying oils locally. – Cleansing the blood and lymph. Ayurvedic Treatment Plan 1. Kanchanar Guggulu: Two tablet, twice a day, after food –Helps break down abnormal tissue. –May dissolve cysts and lipomas. 2. Triphala Guggulu: Two tablet at night. –Detoxes your lymphatic system. – Helps prevent it from growing. 3. Varunadi Kashayam: Mix 15 ml with 15 ml of warm water, and drink it twice a day before meals. – Can shrink cysts that are full of fluid. – Could reduce the swelling. Topical Treatment Gently massage the area twice a day with: Saindhavadi Taila This can help with circulation and allow the lump to be absorbed back into the body. DIET PLAN (Very Important!) AVOID: – Milk, yogurt, cheese – Baked goods, sugar – Fried foods – Cold Drinks INCLUDE: – Warm foods – Garlic – Turmeric – Pepper – Veggies Only drink warm water. Your report shows there’s no danger, no cancer, and no nerve problems. This can totally be managed without needing surgery. Warm Regards Dr. Snehal Vidhate

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What the report means The wrist swelling is benign (non-cancerous) Most likely a cyst or lipoma (fat lump) It is superficial, not attached to deep structures No blood flow, no calcification → reassuring Usually no urgent surgery needed unless it grows or pains Kanchanar Guggulu 2 tablets twice daily after food Helps reduce cysts / lipoma Triphala Guggulu 2 tablets twice daily after food Castor oil application Warm slightly and apply over swelling once daily Duration 60days Diet Eat light, warm food Avoid oily food, sweets, junk, excess dairy When to see doctor again If swelling increases, Pain develops, Numbness or movement problem Result expectation Small cysts may reduce in 2–3 months Lipoma may shrink or remain stable go for surgery

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Hi… Take kanchnar guggulu-2 BD Tab vruddhibadhika vati-2-BD Kanchnar kwath 10 ml BD All with warm water

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Do not worry It’s just a benign cyst (fat accumulation) Can be reduced with ayurvedic treatment Start with Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1 VRIDDHIBHADIKA vati 1-0-1 Aloe Vera juice 10 ml daily

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I HAVE GONE THROUGH YOUR ULTRASOUND REPORT AND THE FINDINGS SUGGEST THAT THE SWELLING ON YOUR LEFT WRIST IS LIKELY A BENIGN CYST OR A LIPOMA BOTH OF WHICH ARE GENERALLY NON CANCEROUS SINCE IT IS IN THE SUBCUTANEOUS PLANE WITH NO VASCULARITY NO CALCIFICATION AND NO INVOLVEMENT OF DEEPER STRUCTURES IT DOES NOT APPEAR DANGEROUS THESE TYPES OF LUMPS OFTEN DO NOT REQUIRE ANY IMMEDIATE TREATMENT UNLESS THEY START CAUSING DISCOMFORT OR INTERFERE WITH DAILY ACTIVITIES FROM AN AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE THIS CAN BE ADDRESSED GENTLY BY SUPPORTING THE LOCAL TISSUES AND REDUCING ANY UNDERLYING KAPHA OR AMA ACCUMULATION YOU CAN APPLY EXTERNAL MASSAGE WITH MEDICATED OILS LIKE MUKTA TIL OIL OR DASHAMULA OIL ON THE SWELLING GENTLY DAILY TO IMPROVE CIRCULATION AND HELP THE BODY MAINTAIN BALANCE INTERNAL SUPPORT CAN INCLUDE TRIPHALA CHURNA ONE TEASPOON WITH WARM WATER DAILY AND KALYANAKA GRITHA ONE TEASPOON AT NIGHT TO SUPPORT DETOXIFICATION AND TISSUE HEALTH MONITOR THE SWELLING FOR ANY CHANGE IN SIZE OR DISCOMFORT REGULAR CHECKS EVERY FEW MONTHS ARE HELPFUL SINCE IT HAS BEEN PRESENT FOR SOME MONTHS WITHOUT PAIN OR CHANGE IT IS SAFE TO OBSERVE AND SUPPORT WITH THESE AYURVEDIC MEASURES IF THE LUMP STARTS GROWING OR BECOMES PAINFUL THEN YOU SHOULD DISCUSS POSSIBLE INTERVENTIONAL OPTIONS WITH YOUR DOCTOR OTHERWISE CONTINUED AYURVEDIC CARE CAN HELP MAINTAIN TISSUE HEALTH AND PREVENT FURTHER ACCUMULATION

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namaste dont worry lipoma take kanchnar gugulu ds 2 -0-2 after food definety get good result 90 days do nasya with gow ghee 2 drop each nostril

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1.Kanchnar guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Triphala guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 3.Punarnava mandur 1 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Varunadi kwath 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals 🧘 Lifestyle & Supportive Measures - Diet: Avoid excess oily, fried, and heavy foods. Favor light, warm meals. - Exercise: Gentle yoga and stretching to improve circulation. - Local care: Warm compress over the swelling may help circulation, but avoid vigorous massage. WARM REGARDS DR. ANJALI SEHRAWAT

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