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A member asked:

Have had a doctor tell me that it is likely that i have ovarian cysts, but never have actually gotten tested to know for sure. should i?

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YES: Certainly see your GYN for both a pelvic exam and a transvaginal ultrasound for a definitive diagnosis

Dr Willson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/19/2015

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