Myxoid cysts are also known as synovial cysts. These cysts form in the middle aged and the elderly. Myxoid cysts contain clear, viscous fluid. The myxoid cyst often has a round, dome shape. This image displays a ruptured myxoid cyst. When myxoid cysts occur at the nail fold, they cause the nail to grow with lines, grooves, and cracks, as displayed here. Myxoid cysts can occur on the toes.
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Myxoid Cyst  Information for adults

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Myxoid cysts are also known as synovial cysts. These cysts form in the middle aged and the elderly.
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Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1075, 1730, 2325. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp.671, 2580. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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