Ganglion

A ganglion is a lump on your wrist, finger or foot. The lump is caused by a bulge in the tendon sheath or capsule surrounding a joint. A tendon sheath is a tube filled with a lubricant. This allows the tendons to slide easily through the tendon sheath every time you tighten or relax your muscles.

 

Complaints in a ganglion:

You notice a smooth lump on your finger, wrist or foot. It may be there suddenly, or may have developed slowly. More fluid may enter the ganglion, causing the lump to enlarge. Usually, a ganglion does not cause any symptoms. But sometimes it gives a nagging feeling or pain with certain movements. Sometimes the ganglion gets 'in the way', e.g. during certain movements.

Treatment

A ganglion cannot cause any harm. You can wait and see if it disappears on its own. A ganglion disappears by itself in half of people but can sometimes come back.

Treatment is usually not necessary.

Operation
Sometimes a ganglion continues to cause many symptoms. For example, pain or reduced mobility. An operation may then help. This involves removing the ganglion.

Reimbursement and prices

Your visit to Parkway Clinic Sommer is regularly reimbursed in the same way as a visit to the hospital. For this, check our fees page or if you have any questions, take contact with us.

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