size and may become larger or smaller over time.
What Does a Ganglion Cyst Look Like?
A ganglion cyst usually appears as a smooth, round or oval lump underneath the skin.
The lump may be:
- Soft or firm
- Small or relatively large
- Visible only when the wrist is moved
- More noticeable at certain times
- Sometimes painful or completely painless
Some cysts are so small that a person may barely notice them.
Others can become large enough to interfere with movement or cause discomfort.
Where Do Ganglion Cysts Usually Appear?
Ganglion cysts can develop in several areas around the wrist.
One common location is the back of the wrist.
They can also appear on the palm side of the wrist or near the base of a finger.
Their location depends on which joint or tendon structure the cyst develops from.
Why Do Ganglion Cysts Develop?
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