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3. Osteoarthritis

One cause of the formation of ganglion cysts is the presence of osteoarthritis. In this case, it is typically wear and tear on the finger joints below the nails and strikes women more than men. The women are in the forty to seventy age range.  The ganglion cysts may form grooves on the nails, and the stalks or roots are attached to the joints. X-rays, ultrasounds or MRI's are methods used to confirm the presence of osteoarthritis. Aspiration is not recommended due to the risk of infection to the joints involved. It is recommended to observe or to operate if the pain is present, persistent, or persistent.

Osteoarthritis Ganglion
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