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I was diagnosed with a cyst around belly button. i get stabbing sharp pains around it. what could be causing it? i can barely stand up straight

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See your doctor: Probably it got infected , need I&D or removal , your doctor will help you.

Dr Hoepfner and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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