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Ganglion Cyst

A benign fluid-filled cyst arising from a joint or tendon sheath. It is most common on the back of the wrist and is filled with a jelly-like fluid.

Hyo-seop Kim
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Ganglion Cyst

Q. Can I pop a ganglion cyst?

A.

No, this is not recommended — high recurrence and infection risk.

📝 Detailed Answer

Don't pop ganglion: ① 'Bible therapy' (hitting with book) old method but not recommended, ② high recurrence rate (60–80%), ③ infection risk, ④ may damage surrounding tissues, ⑤ proper treatment: aspiration by doctor or Korean medicine pharmacopuncture.
Hyo-seop Kim

Expert Verified

Hyo-seop Kim

Chief Director

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