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If a ganglion cyst ruptures on its own, can it regrow?
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Yes: If it ruptures it can disappear for good or even later recur.
Answered 7/24/2017
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Yes it may: Yes it may recur but it does not necessarily and therefore it is best to observe.
Answered 7/24/2017
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Yes: It can rupture spontaneously and sometimes it will not come back.
Answered 4/6/2017
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