How to reduce synovial cysts

Posted by gfbarch @gfbarch, Jan 28 4:27pm

With the onset of PMR I developed a number of synovial cysts--many being on my hands. They are quite painful. Any recommendations for reducing their size?

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I’m not sure if synovial cysts are related to PMR.
I think there is an occurrence of synovial inflammation
with RA. Have they been tested with ultrasound or diagnosed by your rheumatologist? Ganglion cysts are more common. If they are fluid filled they may be aspirated.

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There is more and more evidence that PMR is synovitis that mostly is in the hips and shoulders. While PMR is associated with GCA which is a vasculitis there doesn't seem to be that much evidence that PMR alone is a vasculitis.

I believe synovitis in the hands might make the diagnosis of PMR less likely but not impossible. Anything pertaining to PMR seems to be possible because it overlaps with many other health conditions. It is difficult to say what causes what.
https://creakyjoints.org/education/what-is-synovitis/
Synovial cysts are well known in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Someone with RA like @pb50 might know what to suggest.

I have a synovial cyst on my lumbar spine that causes problems for me. Surgery on my lumbar spine is said to be my best option but pain will be the "deciding factor."

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@dadcue

There is more and more evidence that PMR is synovitis that mostly is in the hips and shoulders. While PMR is associated with GCA which is a vasculitis there doesn't seem to be that much evidence that PMR alone is a vasculitis.

I believe synovitis in the hands might make the diagnosis of PMR less likely but not impossible. Anything pertaining to PMR seems to be possible because it overlaps with many other health conditions. It is difficult to say what causes what.
https://creakyjoints.org/education/what-is-synovitis/
Synovial cysts are well known in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Someone with RA like @pb50 might know what to suggest.

I have a synovial cyst on my lumbar spine that causes problems for me. Surgery on my lumbar spine is said to be my best option but pain will be the "deciding factor."

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Thank you for the info

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@seniormed

I’m not sure if synovial cysts are related to PMR.
I think there is an occurrence of synovial inflammation
with RA. Have they been tested with ultrasound or diagnosed by your rheumatologist? Ganglion cysts are more common. If they are fluid filled they may be aspirated.

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My rheumatologist said they were synovial cyssts. Aspiration was attempted with no success. The are quite painful when I move my hands...sharp, hot poker pain

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You may have to ask them( my rheum is a lady) about a hand surgeon.
I wonder if they can be injected with a steroid.?

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