Question 1

why is my ganglion cyst getting bigger? should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Overuse: As inflammation and fluid build up from overuse ganglion cysts can grow.  If it a problem get it checked, drained, or removed.

Question 2

can ganglion cyst get bigger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ganglion cysts can get larger. Please see your doctor for evaluation and treatment options.

Question 3

i thick the ganglion cyst get bigger at my work but go back to the same size went i driver home & get home & move it a little before i sleep whyisthat

Accepted Answer

Synovial fluid fills: Ganglion cysts. These are fluid filled sacs and synovial fluid is what lubricates the joint, fluid enters the cyst through a tiny attachment from the joint and makes the cyst large . This is why activity or force seemingly makes the ganglion larger as more pressure in the joint leaks into the cyst. Typically it's a  like one way valve into the cyst but they can drain back  so they go up and down.

Question 4

what causes ganglion cysts to get bigger?

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Movement: Ganglion cyst has been thought to derive from from tendon sheaths and joints due to there close proximity. Therefore it was noted that the size of the cyst may vary with time and increase after activity. I hope that this answered your question.

Question 5

are there any ways to get rid of a ganglion cyst on my wrist without surgery? i had one thats causing me pain and is kinda getting bigger whenever i workout?

Accepted Answer

: By UPTODATE: over 50 percent of patients may experience spontaneous resolution of ganglion cysts and do not require intervention. In you case because of the discomfort, you can have the cyst aspirated if you do not want surgery. However, more than half will recur within a year.

Question 6

is it painful to get a ganglion cyst removed?

Accepted Answer

Ganglion cyst: No, it's done under local anesthesia.

Question 7

i'm so embarrassed of my ganglion cyst. how can i get it removed?

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Discuss it: You can certainly discuss it with your doctor.  He/she will give you the pros and cons of the procedure.

Question 8

should i get a second aspiration of my ganglion cyst?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

should i get the aspiration for my ganglion cyst or try to smash it myself?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: Usually need surgery to remove sac of cyst to get rid of permanently. Aspiration can reduce size, though it may recur. Same with smashing it, but with the risk of injuring yourself. Whatever you choose to do, think it through first. If you break skin, run risk of infection also, so should be done in sterile setting.

Question 10

should i get a ganglion cyst removed from my forehead?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: A ganglion cyst will form on a tendon, i'm not aware of the forehead being a location for that.  For that reason it should be evaluated and possibly removed.  Could it be a sebaceous cyst?

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