What should you do if a ganglion cyst ruptures?

How Do You Treat a Ruptured Ganglion Cyst?

1. Elevate the area of the rupture as much as possible.
2. Apply ice to the swollen area.
3. Take over-the-counter painkillers as needed and according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Is it bad to pop a ganglion cyst?

Don’t try to pop the cyst yourself by puncturing it with a needle or cutting into it with a sharp tool. Not only is this unlikely to be effective, but can lead to infection or a risk of recurrence. Don’t strike your cyst with a heavy object.

Can you drain a ganglion cyst at home?

An old home remedy for a ganglion cyst consisted of “thumping” the cyst with a heavy object. This isn’t a good solution because the force of the blow can damage surrounding structures in your hand or foot. Also don’t try to “pop” the cyst yourself by puncturing it with a needle.

Can you leave a ganglion cyst untreated?

Ganglion cyst complications If left untreated, complications can occur. The most common complication is infection. If the cyst fills with bacteria, it will become an abscess that could burst inside the body and lead to blood poisoning.

What kind of doctor aspirate a ganglion cyst?

The first option your orthopedic doctor may suggest is a simple office procedure called an aspiration. This procedure requires your orthopedic doctor to numb the area of skin where the Ganglion cyst is located and then insert a small needle to draw the fluid out of the cyst.

What happens if ganglion cyst ruptures?

Depends: If it ruptures internally, it causes an inflammatory reaction. If it ruptures to the outside through a small opening the contents may dry up and grow like a horn, albeit very slowly, The rupture may allow the lesion to heal also.

What type of doctor should I See for a ganglion cyst?

Your doctor can be sure that you have a ganglion cyst, keep you from worrying, and help decide on the best treatment plan for you. A ganglion cyst does not need to have emergency treatment unless you have significant trauma. A routine check by either your doctor or orthopedist is often enough.

How long does it take to recover from a ganglion cyst removal?

You’ll usually heal in two to six weeks following your surgery. A ganglion cyst removal does not guarantee that ganglion cysts will not return, and you may experience new cysts a few years after surgery. But the chance of recurrence is low, and you may never have another cyst again after your initial surgery.

What do you put on a ganglion cyst for treatment?

Aloe Vera. The anti-inflammatory property of aloe vera can stimulate healing of a ganglion cyst. It also helps reduce pain and swelling. Extract fresh aloe vera gel from an aloe plant leaf. Apply it directly on the affected area. Allow it to sit for 20 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.