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I'm 18 with excess breast tissue in one armpit for five years. usound found cyst near prominent lymph node in the same armpit. is this a bad sign?

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Dr. Ew Christensen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No.: This is not a bad sign. However, you should continue to be followed by your physician and have any new lumps or problems evaluated.

Dr Hashemi agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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