Swollen lymph node in neck & on hand should I panic?

I have a port in my chest. I did recieve one chemo treatment in my hand, but that was two years ago.

[Patricia]

I have had a ganglion cyst on my right wrist for about 5 years. It is achy when i flex my wrist and I cannot put a lot of pressure on that hand (like push ups). I hope yours turns out to be a cyst as well. I was actually meaning to get it drained about the time when I was dx'ed. It is a pain and makes yoga/pilates difficult, but other than that it is a walk in the park compared to the rest of the stuff we deal with.

I hope it all turns out fine for you.
Patricia

[sue]

Hi Patricia,

I just saw another doctor and it is not a cyst. I've seen two doctors and neither one has an answer. I have a bone scan today and am hoping it's not going to be bad news.

[Taffy]

I have never heard of bone mets appearing on the hands. So try not to worry too much. I know it's hard but the lump you have is unlikely to be spread of bc. I would be most surprised if it was, due to its position. Hope your scan went okay.

love
Taffy

[sue]

Taffy,

I hope you're right, but it is worrisome that two doctors have told me that they don't have a clue to what the problem is. I had a bone scan this morning and my wrist was glowing....

Sue

[Sheila]

Sue
Your wrist will be glowing if there is any inflammation there, hopefully it is nothing to worry about. When will you get the results?
Keeping you in my thoughts
Sheila

[sue]

Sheila,

Thank you so much for your comforting comments. I'm not sure when the doctor will call, but hoping I don't have to wait too long.