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I am having a ganglion cyst removed from my wrist. will i have to take pain killers?
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Maybe: If you have a block and use ice you might not need strong pain killers.
Answered 8/16/2012
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Possibly: It depends on the extent of dissection involved in removing your ganglion. Oftentimes a mild pain killer is recommended along with a splint to limit motion. Normal function should be present by 6 weeks.
Answered 11/21/2013
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