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Some ganglions disappear without treatment, and some reappear despite treatment. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or other over-the-counter analgesics can be used to control mild pain . Steroids or local anesthetics may be injected into cysts that cause severe pain or other troublesome s...[read article]

Tests for Ganglion Cysts

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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body. Unlike x-rays and computed tomographic (CT) scans, which use radiation, MRI uses...  More
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MRI of Hand
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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Ultrasound Scan of Hand
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive way to take pictures of the body. Unlike x-rays and computed tomographic (CT) scans, which use radiation, MRI uses...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.  More
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Aspiration of Ganglion
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Surgical Procedures for Ganglion Cysts

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Ganglion cyst removal, or ganglionectomy, is the removal of a fluid-filled sac on the skin of the wrist, finger, or sole of the foot. The cyst is attached to a tend...  More
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