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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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Dr. Rhett Griggs answered

Tough: Problem. I would ask your surgeon about joint fistula or recurrent preparellar bursitis. Usually another surgery.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/24/2013

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Dr. Raymond Raven answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Second opinion: Consider getting a second opinion. Although ganglions can recure after excision, they rarely do when the procedure is performed meticulously.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 9/17/2015

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A member asked:

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

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rhett Griggs answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Raymond Raven answered

Dr Raff agreed

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