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I keep getting cysts with my period since i was in high school. i have never seen a gynaecologist in my life as it is an uncomfortable idea. i am concerned though, could these be cancerous or have an underlying heath poblem or is it normal?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

At your age: you must establish with a GYN or physician who can perform a female pelvic and breast exam. Direct observation and maual palpation is necessary and you are an adult female: get examined.

Answered 12/4/2018

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A member asked:

I keep getting cysts with my period since i was in high school. i have never seen a gynaecologist in my life as it is an uncomfortable idea. i am concerned though, could these be cancerous or have an underlying heath poblem or is it normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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