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Went2doctor about my breast lump-said its a cyst (she squeezed it without poking it&it has a white head that has pus)body seems2have fought it-now wat?

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Below: If it is still a problem, suggest rechecking with the DR who has examined you.

Answered 6/26/2016

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A member asked:

Went2doctor about my breast lump-said its a cyst (she squeezed it without poking it&it has a white head that has pus)body seems2have fought it-now wat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

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