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Please provide a tip on how to ask your doctor about ganglion cysts.

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: I have this funny bump that is huge above my wrist, what can be done?

Answered 8/5/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Ignore: Show your doctor a ganglion and explain why you are concerned. If you need more ask to see another.

Answered 5/16/2014

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Ignore: Ask where it comes from & if there is an underlying problem that needs treating.

Answered 5/31/2014

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Ignore: Ask your doctor if a steroid injection or aspiration of the cyst would be an option.

Answered 7/18/2014

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ignore: When does it need to be removed? Let them know about pain and numbness!

Answered 8/5/2014

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Dr. Zbigniew Moszczynski answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Ignore: Can be aspirated but if reoccurring frequently then will need surgical excision.

Answered 9/14/2015

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Ignore: Ganglion cysts at the base of the finger have a higher cure rate after aspiration than wrist cysts.

Answered 7/2/2016

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