The symptoms include:

• Round or oval fluid-filled cysts along the tendons or joints of the wrists, hands, less commonly on the ankles and feet
• Pain in the joint, especially when pressing against a nerve
• Tingling sensation or numbness
• Muscle weakness

Common symptoms and their severity as reported by people on Patientslikeme.

• There are no specific preventive measures for ganglion cyst, as the exact cause is unknown.
• Approaching the doctor at an early stage and timely treatment in necessary cases helps faster.