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I have a cyst near my temple. can that trigger strokes? what are the side effects?

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No: If it is under the skin, outside the skull, it shouldn't be able to disturb the blood flow to your brain.

Answered 1/9/2013

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Cyst: No relationship to strokes. Can enlarge and become more difficult to remove. Also potential for infection.

Answered 10/4/2016

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