07 Aug What Is a Ganglion Cyst?

What Is a Ganglion Cyst?
Have you noticed a small bump on your wrist or hand? It might be a ganglion cyst.
These fluid-filled sacs are common and usually painless, but they can sometimes cause pain or affect movement.

Here’s what to know:

• Ganglion Cysts: Often occur near joints or tendons in the wrist or hand.
• Symptoms: Typically painless but can cause pain or discomfort.
• Causes: The exact cause is unknown, but they may be caused by joint or tendon irritation, arthritis, or an injury.
• Treatment: Many ganglion cysts resolve on their own. For symptomatic cysts, treatment options range from anti-inflammatories to surgical removal.

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