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I have a cyst on my foot, and my foot doctor didnt want to check it and didnt want to do a culture for fungus on the nails, is this normal? rude too
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Any: cyst or growth should be examined. If you are having pain or tenderness in the area then it should be addressed soon. Nail fungus doesn't always need a culture. Most Podiatrists can typically tell right away if a patient has fungus or not. It is a good idea to get a culture if the patient is put on prescription medications. There are many natural treatments I recommend that can help!
Answered 2/27/2017
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What's normal...: Office visits shouldn't be that stressful. You have a cyst and would like it evaluated. If the doctor doesn't want to, then you need to find another. If you would like a fungal culture, it's your dime. Again, if the doctor refuses, then find another. Some times a microscopic exam is substituted. Hopefully, Healthtap can give you the level of service you expect.
Answered 4/26/2016
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