Question 1

how to treat a ganglion cyst?

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See your doctor: You should let your doctor know you are having pain.  He/she can examine you and possibly run tests to find out the cause.

Question 2

can a ganglion cyst come back?

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Yes: Exact cause of ganglions is not clear.  Most common around the wrist, they can occur at any joint.  These fluid filled cysts can come and go, by varying how much fluid they contain.  Sometimes they rupture on there own.  Even after surgery to remove them, they can come back. Recurrence rate after surgery is around 2-3%.

Question 3

how to drain a ganglion cyst at home?

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Draining a ganglion: Is simple if you are trained to do it . Don&#x27;t let the seemingly simple way in which an experienced  surgeon addresses these fool you.  Complications including infection, bleeding nerve and tendon irritation joint  swelling all can occur if you don&#x27;t know what you are doing. Better not to rely on luck and let it be a simple procedure in the hands of someone skilled.

Question 4

what happens if a ganglion cyst ruptures?

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It drains: If the ganglion cyst drains into the skin the cyst will disappear for awhile.  It may recur.  The fluid may reaccumulate afterward.

Question 5

ganglion cyst surgery recovery- advice please?

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Ganglion cyst it : Matters where the cyst is and who you are and what you do for a living. These are important individualized questions to ask  your surgeon. But a general answer is anywhere from a few days to a few weeks 
( your mileage may vary).

Question 6

is it possible for me to burst a ganglion cyst?

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Not recommended: Ganglion cysts are noncancerous lumps that most commonly develop along the tendons or joints of your wrists or hands.  These cysts do not need treatment unless they are painful and persistent.  Many of them will resolve with rest.  While there are accounts of patients bursting these cysts with a heavy object, there is also the possibility of aggravating the cyst.  If necessary, see a hand surgeon.

Question 7

dupuytren disease or ganglion cyst, how to know?

Accepted Answer

Ganglions Have Fluid: A ganglion cyst will light up in the dark with a light (transillumination).
Ganglion cysts can be aspirated or ruputured.
Dupuyten's is hard and tend be lumps in a linear chain that goes on to contract the fingers.

Question 8

can a ganglion cyst be removed arthroscopically?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends where the cyst is located. Most cysts are superficial and a small incision is needed. If it is deeper such as a baker cyst of the knee then scope can be used.

Question 9

will i be admitted after my ganglion cyst surgery?

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No: No it is an out patient ambulatory surgery , will go home same day.

Question 10

should i get a second aspiration of my ganglion cyst?

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No: Aspiration of ganglion cysts has a  low success rate, if the first aspiration was unsuccessful i would not recommend a second attempt. If the ganglion is symptomatic surgery for excision would be the next recommendation. Seek the advice of a hand surgeon.

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