How to diagnose Ganglion Cyst ?
A simple physical examination already enables the doctor to diagnose ganglion cysts. The lump is usually visually obvious. When a cyst is depressed, it usually moves freely below the surface of the skin. Sometimes, doctors extract a small amount of fluid from the surgeon will shine a light through the cyst or remove a small amount of fluid from the foot ganglion cyst for laboratory evaluation. In some rare cases, imaging tests may be required.
