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Small bump under armpit saw dermatologist last year treated with an injection on cyst went away it's back 8 months later same location?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Recurrent cyst: Cysts often recur: it's normal. Return to the dermatologist. Perhaps she will recommend minor surgery this time to remove the cyst or otherwise prevent recurrence.

Answered 7/11/2017

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A member asked:

Small bump under armpit saw dermatologist last year treated with an injection on cyst went away it's back 8 months later same location?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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