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I had a ganglion cyst aspirated with a with a cortisone injection at the back of my wrist two weeks ago . i have noticed a small bump at the same spot and was wondering if thats just the steroid?

Q: i had a ganglion cyst aspirated with a with a cortisone injection at the back of my wrist two weeks ago . i have noticed a small bump at the same spot and was wondering if thats just the steroid?

: Medication should be absorbed and the cyst is not completely resolving yet, I think.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Medication should be absorbed and the cyst is not completely resolving yet, I think.

Answered 9/12/2023

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A member asked:

I had a ganglion cyst aspirated with a with a cortisone injection at the back of my wrist two weeks ago . i have noticed a small bump at the same spot and was wondering if thats just the steroid?

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