What is ganglion cyst?
Ganglion cysts are swellings that usually occur on the hand or foot. They are especially common on the wrists. Aspiration or excision is indicated for symptomatic ganglia.
How do members experience ganglion cyst?
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Depressed mood
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for ganglion cyst*
Who has ganglion cyst on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 6 | |
| 30s | 9 | |
| 40s | 22 | |
| 50s | 40 | |
| 60s | 33 | |
| 70+ | 12 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 13 | |
| Female | 106 |