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He has a large cyst that's been getting worse. he doesnt eat regularly and has frequent chest pains. doctor said cant do anything. antiobiotics? wait?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Multiple issues: You have multiple medical issues here. Take one at a time. The chest pain is the most serious. Now you need to give a good history. Also what is the age. See doctor and or do virtual consult to resolve one issue at a time

Dr Friedlander and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 7/9/2017

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A member asked:

He has a large cyst that's been getting worse. he doesnt eat regularly and has frequent chest pains. doctor said cant do anything. antiobiotics? wait?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Friedlander and 5 doctors agreed

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