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I have a lump on the side of my knee that swells and subsides regularly. it appears to be a form of ganglion. what can be done? no pain.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Cyst: Possible ganglion, although most common in wrist. I would think a synovial cyst more likely. Your best course of action would be to see an orthopedist.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/19/2015

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