I have a "Small nodule adjacent to the distal aspect of the 1st proximal phalanx 4X5 MM in size" Help??

Question: My foot really hurts and the Dr can't see me until 8/11/06. What does this mean? I received a copy of the MRI report.

Answers:
It could also be something called a Morton's neuroma. Morton's neuromas are benign "tumors" of the nerve (really not a tumor, more like a thickening). They are VERY painful.

Here's some more info on them:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mortons-neuroma/DS00468

Other Answers:
I wouldn't worry. Sounds like something benign - maybe a keratotic cyst. They might have to cut it out.

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