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- How do you get rid of a ganglion cyst on your wrist?
- What happens if you leave a ganglion cyst untreated?
- Do ganglion cysts go away?
- Can you massage a ganglion cyst away?
How do you get rid of a ganglion cyst on your wrist?
Treatment
- Immobilization. Because activity can cause the ganglion cyst to get larger, it may help to temporarily immobilize the area with a brace or splint. ...
- Aspiration. In this procedure, your doctor uses a needle to drain the fluid from the cyst. ...
- Surgery. This may be an option if other approaches haven't worked.
What happens if you leave a ganglion cyst untreated?
Ganglion cyst complications
If left untreated, complications can occur. The most common complication is infection. If the cyst fills with bacteria, it will become an abscess that could burst inside the body and lead to blood poisoning.
Do ganglion cysts go away?
Ganglion cysts can disappear
Around 30 to 50 per cent of ganglion cysts disappear by themselves without the need for medical treatment. However, it is always best to consult your doctor to make sure the lump isn't a symptom of some other disease.
Can you massage a ganglion cyst away?
3. Can You Massage a Ganglion Cyst Away? Generally, massage will not remove a ganglion cyst. Massaging a ganglion cyst can have some benefits, though — it may cause some of the fluid to seep out of the sac, making the cyst grow smaller.
