Ganglion of the distal interphalangeal joint (myxoid cyst): therapy by identification and repair of the leak of joint fluid. Arch Dermatol. 2001;137(5):607–10. PubMed Google Scholar Lawrence C. Skin excision and osteophyte removal is not required in the surgical treatment of digital myxoid...
This article presents information on myxoid cyst which develops as a result of degeneration in the connective tissue of the distal interphalangeal joint of the finger. It presents as a tense, cystic swelling with a shiny surface that usually connect...
You can also get rid of a myxoid cyst at home: Immerse the affected finger or toe in hot water Apply local heat to the cyst Massage the cyst Use firm compression on the cyst every day for a few weeks Apply topical steroids to the cyst Apply silver nitrate to the cyst What causes a ...
The cyst forms as the connective tissue on the top of the last segment of the finger or the joint at the end of the finger degenerates. Try ourFREE dermatology search engineand get peace of mind within a second Symptoms They are usually at the base of the nail, but can also occur und...
Digital myxoid cysts (DMCs) are ganglia of the adjacent distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ) caused by leakage of fluid from the joint into the surrounding tissues. The connection between the DIPJ and the cyst can be identified by the injection of methylene blue into the DIPJ. However, the ...
Occasionally, the cyst may exert pressure on the nail matrix giving rise to a bluish-red lunula [2]. Salerni et al. described the dermoscopic features of a DMP as bright white areas with a linear, branched, serpentine vascular pattern [3]. Dermoscopy of our case, however, reveal...