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I have a huge ganglion cyst on the top, right side of my right knee. after four or five aspirations. we finally decided on surgery. well, i have had it aspirated twice since then (surgery was done in april 2012). the last aspiration removed 50cc of fl
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Tough: Problem. I would ask your surgeon about joint fistula or recurrent preparellar bursitis. Usually another surgery.
Answered 9/24/2013
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Second opinion: Consider getting a second opinion. Although ganglions can recure after excision, they rarely do when the procedure is performed meticulously.
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