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Had mri for headaches, scan shows 17mm pineal cyst. how worried should i be? i'm terrified! am i going to die?
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Lets review your que: Pineal cysts are a finding are common and asymptomatic. More common in females ages 20-30. If small like the one you have do not need routine follow up.
Answered 7/26/2014
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