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Yesterday my son was diagnosed with a ganglion cyst on his wrist. He is only 3 and I have not been able to find any information anywhere for this condition in children. We were told that it is nothing to worry about at this point, but I would still like to read up on it. Any suggestions? Thank you.
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A ganglion cyst is a swelling that forms under the skin. They are seen commonly on the wrist but they can also develop on the shoulder, elbow, and knee. These swellings consist of joint fluid. Though uncommon in children, they are not unknown. They can increase in size when the tissue is irritated and often can "disappear" spontaneously. They are usually painless benign conditions. The treatment can consist of rest, splinting the affected joint and, in some cases, aspiration of fluid is recommended. If a ganglion cyst tends to reoccur, surgical removal may be recommended. Back to All Questions

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