A 43-year-old member asked:
can a gp pop a ganglion cyst?
3 doctor answers
Dr. Gary Pess answered
40 years experience Hand Surgery
Maybe: The old slam the book technique is not used much anymore. A hand surgeon can drain it in his/her office.
Answered on Aug 30, 2013
Dr. Soren Singel answered
29 years experience Neurosurgery
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 on Oct 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 on Sep 9, 2013
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If it pops when-: -U flex it and locks, & U feel the lump move with the tendon, it is most likely a trigger finger. Injections can help some people, but if it doesn ... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered
35 years experience General Surgery
It's possible: The cyst may grow and put pressure on a nerve producing a weak grip or numbness.
A 26-year-old male asked:
Dr. Diane Minich answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
The fluid: Drains and it shrinks. Just keep area clean.
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