Hi there, a friend who is a nurse told me i might have a ganglion cyst. how do i know if that's it or if it's something else?

Ganglion Cyst Dx: Presumptive diagnosis of a ganglion cyst is often made by physical examination, although ultrasound or MRI may be utilized to confirm this if surgical excision is a consideration.

Cysts form on ext: Ganglion cysts commonly occur in the wrist , hand due to repetitive motions . These cysts contain gelatinous fluid. Usual treatment initially can be aspiration, but usually requires surgical removal for complete cure.