Ganglion cysts are a very common cause of “lumps and bumps” found in the hand and wrist. They can be found on either side of the wrist or hand and result from a collection of “joint fluid” escaping from a hole in the joint capsule. They can occur spontaneously or after trauma. Ganglions are not dangerous as they are benign (not cancer), and can be treated when painful or unsightly.
Ganglion cysts are a very common cause of “lumps and bumps” found in the hand and wrist. They can be found on either side of the wrist or hand and result from a collection of “joint fluid” escaping from a hole in the joint capsule. They can occur spontaneously or after trauma. Ganglions are not dangerous as they are benign (not cancer), and can be treated when painful or unsightly.