Ganglion Cyst
Clear Answers, Gentle Solutions: Effective Evaluation and Treatment Of Ganglion Cysts To Relieve Discomfort, Restore Function, And Prevent Recurrence.
ganglion cyst
What is a ganglion cyst?
A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled swelling that usually develops near a joint or tendon. The cyst can range from the size of a pea to the size of a golf ball.
Symptoms of a ganglion cyst
Ganglion cysts look and feel like a smooth lump under the skin. They’re made up of a thick, jelly-like fluid called synovial fluid, which surrounds joints and tendons to lubricate and cushion them during movement.
Ganglions can occur alongside any joint in the body, but are most common on the wrists and feet. Ganglions are harmless, but can sometimes be painful. If they do not cause any pain or discomfort, they can be left alone and may disappear without treatment, although this can take a number of years. It is not clear why ganglions form. They seem to happen when the synovial fluid that surrounds a joint or tendon leaks out and collects in a sac.
Treatment for a ganglion cyst
Treatment is usually only recommended if the cyst causes pain or affects the range of movement in a joint. The two main treatment options are:
- Aspiration – draining fluid out of the cyst with a needle and syringe
- Surgery – cutting the cyst out using surgery
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