- Becomes red or unusually warm
- Appears after a significant injury
A healthcare professional can examine the lump and determine whether further testing is necessary.
How Is a Ganglion Cyst Diagnosed?
A doctor can often identify a ganglion cyst through a physical examination.
They may examine:
- The size of the lump
- Its location
- Its movement
- Its firmness
- Whether it causes pain
Sometimes imaging is used if the diagnosis is uncertain.
An ultrasound can help show whether a lump contains fluid.
In some cases, an MRI may be recommended to obtain a more detailed picture of the surrounding structures.
Treatment Options
If a ganglion cyst is not causing problems, treatment may not be necessary.
A doctor may recommend simply monitoring it.
If the cyst causes pain or interferes with normal activities, several treatment options may be considered.
Observation
If the cyst is painless and does not interfere with movement, simply watching it
