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Ganglion cyst – should I have it treated?

The underlying cause of ganglion cysts is unknown but they often occur in women between the ages of 20 and 40. Although common on the wrists, they can also appear on the finger joints, around the knee and ankle joints and along the top of the foot. Ganglion cysts often feel spongy and squishy, but some can be firm and solid. Ganglion cysts are easy to diagnose as they present very differently to bone problems or cancerous lumps. Their location near to the joints, their obvious visibility and their pliable nature make them easy to spot.