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Is a loculated cyst in the knee that is 1.0 by 1.20 cm really something a doctor should not worry about?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

It depends.: if it is not causing symptoms, and is not in a location to likely cause symptoms, there may not be a pressing need for any treatment at this point.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/7/2015

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A member asked:

Is a loculated cyst in the knee that is 1.0 by 1.20 cm really something a doctor should not worry about?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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