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A member asked:
Can a gp pop a ganglion cyst?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Maybe: The old slam the book technique is not used much anymore. A hand surgeon can drain it in his/her office.
Answered 6/16/2021
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Sure: Anybody can. Medieval catholic priests used to do it during mass - by means of hitting the cyst with the holy book (they were believed to be caused by some devilish act and using holy scripture was the most fitting remedy).
Answered 10/12/2016
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Yes of course: But is not advised as it will most probaly reoccur. It should be removed by surgery, with an intact capsule, only then will you get rid off it!
Answered 9/9/2013
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