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I had a cyst on my inner thigh opened and drained about 2 months ago. im starting to experience the same symptoms i got before and i think its coming back. should i go in and get it seen right away? its not as bad as it was last time

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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From your story: I would guess that the original surgery DRAINED the cyst but did not remove the cyst itself. (This is often done in cases of infected cysts) A second surgery will remove it completely. Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 8/3/2019

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A member asked:

I had a cyst on my inner thigh opened and drained about 2 months ago. im starting to experience the same symptoms i got before and i think its coming back. should i go in and get it seen right away? its not as bad as it was last time

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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