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I'm 27 and had a complex ovarian cyst for at least 10 wks. can a gynecologist remove it or should it be an oncologist? we don't have a local gyn/onc.

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Dr. Cynthia Frazier answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: Gynecologists are trained to handle this. Most complex cysts are benign hemorragic cysts. There is a small chance of malignancy so get this taken care of so you wont be worried.

Answered 5/15/2015

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A member asked:

I'm 27 and had a complex ovarian cyst for at least 10 wks. can a gynecologist remove it or should it be an oncologist? we don't have a local gyn/onc.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cynthia Frazier answered

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