Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways Do not try to pop or drain a cyst on your own.Surgery is often the best way to remove a cyst completely.Cysts can become inflamed or infected if ...

Doctors can drain a ganglion cyst with a needle and syringe. They can also surgically remove the cyst. Although surgery lowers the chance that the cyst will return, it can cause lasting pain and ...