I have a cyst like thing on the top side of my finger on joint. people say its from hard work. how do you get rid of these? thanks

It could from: Arthritis or injury happen to the joint. If it is from arthritis usually very close to the joint mainly on the top.

Cyst: Some of the cysts contain fluid and can be aspirated. See a hand surgeon and he can determine if they are solid or fluid filled.

See surgeon: Most likely you have a ganglion type of cyst from finger joints see a surgeon 'to get rid ' of it.