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Is surgery necessary for my ganglion cyst?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 37 years old. I have had a ganglion cyst on the palm side of the wrist in my right hand for three months. The cyst is solid. This cyst does not cause any pain now. I have contacted a surgeon, and he has advised surgery on this cyst. Is there any way except surgery? Like medicine? I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Relax and do not worry. Yes, it is a ganglion cyst. It is very common and not malignant. It will not regress with medicines. It requires surgical removal as suggested by your doctor. Go ahead and get the surgery done. Recurrence chances are one percent. Read Full »
How long will ganglionic cyst take to resolve?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a cyst for the past one week and it is painful. Doctor gave me the tablets and now I do not have any pain. What should I do? Please suggest me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the pictures you provided, it appears to be a ganglionic cyst, which is a swelling that typically occurs in the joint. These cysts often resolve on their own over time. However, they can sometimes cause pain and discomfort, which can be managed with NSAIDs (n... Read Full »
What does a small lump on my neck mean?
Query: Hi doctor, Recently, I have discovered a small lump on the right side of my neck. I am usually the person who starts worrying and gets paranoid whenever I discover something like this. I used to do it all the time with my glands. It feels like a gland, but it is slightly bigger and more tender than ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is it possible for you to upload a picture of your neck or for the fact any picture from the internet highlighting that area? It seems like it might be a swollen gland, which can happen even with common cold or flu. But, it is hard to confirm without a picture and exa... Read Full »
What is the best way to eliminate wrist ganglion without surgery?
Query: Hello doctor, I have got a ganglion on my wrist, evidently occurred after an excessive wrist bending during an exercise. It happened about six months back and was examined by a physician. For the last two months, it has increased in size. Though it does not cause any pain, it is a bit bothersome. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for sharing the picture with us (attachment removed to protect patient identity). If it is causing pain on flexion and extension of the wrist, and cause limitation to activities then consider getting a surgical opinion for possible resection. I know you d... Read Full »