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A member asked:
Will a dermatologist be able to check a neck cyst for cancer?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes, often can: Yes but any surgeon can handle this problem if it is more than one cm in size.
Answered 3/12/2020
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Yes: A small superficial cyst on the neck is unlikely to be cancer. A much more likely cause is a sebaceous cyst. See: http://bit.ly/1yZnrMH
Answered 2/10/2015
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Possibly: Most cysts are removed by surgeons. See your doctor and get a referral in your area.
Answered 2/10/2015
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Start with PCP: It would be better to consult your primary care provider first and if needed s/he would be in a better position to choose the specialty for further consultation.
Answered 2/10/2015
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