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I was diagnosed with a cyst in my breast is there anything that can be done? can it turn into something else? like cancer
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Aspiration: Any cyst in the breast needs to be followed by a surgeon. Your cyst may need to be aspirated and followed closely. The chance of cancer is low but is still a possibility.
Answered 1/6/2015
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Leave it alone: These things are near-universal and don't turn into cance or increase your risk.
Answered 12/27/2014
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