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My sister c/o feeling a small lump to the back of her upper quadrant .dr says its a cyst.but cyst of what.she did feel pain at first noticing this.?
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Cyst in abdomen: If it is visible lump which can be felt with your hand, then it is a cyst in the abdominal wall.If it is painful and looks ugly then you can have it removed surgically.Your sister can discuss this with her doctor for proper guidance.
Answered 7/5/2012
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