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My doctor diagnosed me with a cyst on my groin. she gave me antibiotics and told me to do hot compresses, it is getting bigger, is that normal?
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No: It is not clear what your doctor means by cyst. You need to see your doctor again and rethink the diagnosis.
Answered 11/21/2012
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Cysts can get bigger: But do not require therapy with antimicrobials or heat. Your doc thinks that it is infected.
Answered 11/21/2012
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