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A member asked:

How long does a ganglion cyst stay ? i think i may have one, but on the side of my wrist.

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Can be a long tome: Can go see a hand specialist to take care of it, especially if it bothers you.

Dr Berg agreed

Answered 12/7/2012

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Depends: Some will resolve spontaneously (last i saw, just over half), others will need surgical intervention.

Answered 12/7/2012

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