What to do when the ganglion has burst?
The bursting of a ganglion on the wrist often happens accidentally and is described by many affected people as very painful. Nevertheless, in this case there is no reason to worry. The fluid that emerges from the ganglion is absorbed by the body within a few days.
However, the pain usually persists for the period of time when the fluid is still in the tissue. The bursting of the ganglion is often even used as a treatment approach. Even if it is not always successful, in some people this can lead to a healing of the pain.
Nevertheless, recurrences are not rare. One reason for this is probably that the stalk is preserved when the ganglion bursts. This means that there is still a connection between the joint space and the space of the ganglion. If the defect caused by the rupture closes again, fluid can accumulate there again and a new ganglion is formed. After the ganglion has burst, the wrist should still be observed, as inflammation may occur.
Duration
As a rule, a ganglion persists until it is treated. Therefore, the duration depends largely on the time of therapy. Overall, ganglions are harmless, so they are no cause for concern, but affected individuals can suffer greatly from a ganglion on the wrist. The prognosis is characterized by a high recurrence rate, so many people have to deal with the recurrent ganglion on the wrist for months and years.
