What is another word for ganglion?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈaŋɡli͡ən] (IPA) 
A ganglion is a small cyst that forms on the hands and wrists. It is often referred to as a 'bible bump' or a 'bible cyst' due to the belief that a book can be hit against it to cure the condition. Another term for ganglion is a synovial cyst, which refers to the fluid-filled sac that develops from the joint. In medical terms, a ganglion can also be referred to as an inflamed or swollen joint. Other synonyms for ganglion include wrist cyst, digital mucous cyst, and dorsal wrist ganglion. These terms are often used interchangeably by medical professionals to refer to the same condition.
