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A member asked:

Was told i might have a spermacotele cyst or a bacterial infected follicle, but i'm worried it could even be cancerous?

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Dr. Andrew Turrisi answered

If you have had: An echo/u/s, not confused. These may be fertility hazards, and check this with your urologist.

Answered 11/23/2013

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