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I have a history of breast cysts. i called my dr he called me out voltaren (diclofenac) gel .i was confused after reading the common use joints, knees.
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Doctor correct: Voltaren (diclofenac) is in a class of drugs called, nsaids (nonseroidalantiinflamatories) they work by prevention inflammation. Inflammation is the cause of pain. If the breast cysts are causing pain, the drug may work the same way as the drug works on knees and joints.
Answered 3/18/2017
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