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I have a cyst on my leg that was drained about 10 years ago and is now back larger - is this normal? what should i do ?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Recurrent cyst: Cysts tend to recur unless the entire capsule that surrounds them is surgically removed. See your doc to discuss options. Draining the cyst should give temporary relief.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Possibly surgery: Sometimes draining a cyst will help it to resolve the problem. However, sometimes surgically removing a cyst will allow a better chance at cure. If, that is, this is really a cyst. Certainly have it looked at.

Answered 7/5/2012

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