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My daughter has a ganglion cyst on herwrist. she is a competitive gymnast? what can be done to mange pain or reduce swelling?

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See an orthopedist: Or a hand surgeon. These can be managed quite successfully. Find a good doctor and have this resolved. Good luck.

Answered 1/2/2013

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Hand specialist: In my experience, ganglion cysts are easily treated and controlled, and would get to hand surgeon, and get it addressed. Not a major problem if handled by an expert.

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Depends: Anti-inflammatories and rest can help. If she is determined to remain competitive then definitive removal is the best option. She will be on light duty for a short period of time but then can return to competition when cleared by her doctor.

Answered 1/3/2013

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