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I have had a ganglion on the top of my right wrist for over a year, it doesn't bother me physically , but should i see the doctor?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Ganglion cysts are not dangerous. They only need to be treated if they become symptomatic.

Dr Galland and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/27/2013

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Dr. Raymond Raven answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

No: If you have been diagnosed with a wrist ganglion, within a reasonable degree of medical certainty, there is no need to have it treated if it doesn't bother you.

Answered 9/17/2015

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A member asked:

I have had a ganglion on the top of my right wrist for over a year, it doesn't bother me physically , but should i see the doctor?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Dr Galland and another doctor agreed

Dr. Raymond Raven answered

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