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I have a ganglion cyst (presumably) which appears and disappears on my right wrist (underneath). sometimes my right index finger twitches after i clench my hand and/or use my hand. no twitching if i don't use the hand. could the cyst be responsible?

Q: i have a ganglion cyst (presumably) which appears and disappears on my right wrist (underneath). sometimes my right index finger twitches after i clench my hand and/or use my hand. no twitching if i don't use the hand. could the cyst be responsible?

: could be . Best is to see an ortho surgeon and follow advice.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

could be . Best is to see an ortho surgeon and follow advice.

Answered 10/13/2022

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A member asked:

I have a ganglion cyst (presumably) which appears and disappears on my right wrist (underneath). sometimes my right index finger twitches after i clench my hand and/or use my hand. no twitching if i don't use the hand. could the cyst be responsible?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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