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Ganglion cyst on my left wrist that's been present for 4 years. where can i get it drained or removed? just recently has become somewhat painful.
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Best C Hand Surgeon: Hand surgeons are specialists best equiped and experienced in taking care of this problem.
Answered 12/23/2012
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Hand Surgeon: See a hand surgeon who can aspirate (darin) the cyst for you or remove it permanently.
Answered 10/31/2017
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