Question 1

can a dorsal ganglion cyst cause forearm, elbow, and shoulder pain?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Usually ganglion pain is localized to the affected wrist. However if it is affecting movement and one is compensating for the pain it could cause referred pain to other joints on the same extremity.

Question 2

what can happen when a ganglion cyst pops?

Accepted Answer

The fluid: Drains and it shrinks. Just keep area clean.

Question 3

could a ganglion cyst go away on it's own?

Accepted Answer

No: Ganglions can wax and wane changing in size and symptoms but do not typically disappear on their own.

Question 4

what type of dr. would i see for a ganglion cyst?

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Rfe by your doctor: Who ever your doctor recommends , and who is trained to do the procedure  like from from gen surgeon , orhtho surgeon , hand surgeon , and  plastic surgeon.  Ganglion on the foot  podiatry surgeons (dpm  ) will excises.

Question 5

please advise me what to do about a ganglion cyst?

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Ganglion cyst: Evaluation, xray, injection, drainage are part of a workup. Many cysts do not hurt so an xray of the joint may give information about this. Old fracture, arthritis, inflammation, an old ligament injury, rheumatoid arthritis, DJD with ganglions  see a hand surgeon.

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Question 6

ganglion cyst removal: indications, risks, alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Discomfort,: Ganglion cyst at the wrist joint gives discomfort, occasional pain due to pressure, some restriction of wrist  movements is best managed by excision besides cosmetic reason. It is relatively a very low risk procedure, some times could be aspirated which has high recurrence besides risk of infection.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: ganglion cyst?

Accepted Answer

See below: A ganglion cyst is a benign growth that is typically filled with a thick, clear fluid and often arise from a joint capsule.  The most common places they arise include the wrist and the foot.

Question 8

is it possible for a ganglion cyst to disappear on is own?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ganglion cyst can go away on their own. Usually their is trauma or pressure to help it along it way.

Question 9

i have been diagnosed a ganglion cyst.  what is it made of?

Accepted Answer

Synovial lining: Ganglion cyst is a ruptured synovial capsule which is the shock absorber between bones. The fluid leaks out and is contained by a fibrous capsule which is the cyst.

Question 10

the pain has not subsided at all from my ganglion cyst. what else can i do?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

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