Glomus tumour: A review of clinical presentation and treatment

Glomus tumour of the hand: a case report and review of the literature

“…10 Clinically, it manifests as a triad of cold intolerance, pain and pinpoint tenderness. 5 Although our patient presented with typical features of glomus tumour, lack of awareness of this clinical entity among general practitioners led to delay in diagnosis. 5 Generally, the diagnosis is clinical and further supported by clinical tests; Love's Pin, Hildreth's and Cold Intolerance tests aids in reaching the diagnosis.…”

“…However, females, young age and trauma has strong preponderance for this condition. 5,10 Glomus tumour commonly presents as small, pinkish-red and painful nodule. 10 Clinically, it manifests as a triad of cold intolerance, pain and pinpoint tenderness.…”

“…It often deforms, discolours, and elevates the nail. 2,5 Majority of patients present with typical symptoms, but still its diagnosis is often delayed due to lack of sensitization of this disease among clinicians. 2,5 There are three tests which helps in diagnosing these tumours.…”

“…2,5 Majority of patients present with typical symptoms, but still its diagnosis is often delayed due to lack of sensitization of this disease among clinicians. 2,5 There are three tests which helps in diagnosing these tumours. 6 In Love's Pin Test, pressure is applied to the suspected area with a pinhead, which will cause exquisite pain.…”

“…The test is positive if pain ceases from the affected area. 5 In the third test, which is the Cold Sensitivity Test, cold water or an ice cube is applied to the affected area. 7 The patients with glomus tumour would feel increased pain in the affected area.…”