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Can benign breast cysts become cancerous?
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No.: Cysts are a common condition, especially in women 35-50. The biggest problem with cysts is that it is impossible to differentiate them from tumors by physical examination or mammography; ultrasound or needle aspiration is necessary. Very rarely, breast cancers grow so fast that the center of the tumor can become liquified and resemble a cyst; either of these techniques should determine this.
Answered 10/26/2018
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No: Simple breast cysts are benign and cannot become cancers.
Answered 2/8/2013
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