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I was diagnosed with a bilateral epididymal head cyst and one started to hurt and had grown. is this normal or do i need to see a doctor as soon as possible. can a cyst turn to cancer? could the doctor misinterpreted the cyst for cancer?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Communication: Best to contact your doctor(s) and ask them these very questions. They are familiar with you and may be able to clarify these concerns.

Answered 1/10/2021

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with a bilateral epididymal head cyst and one started to hurt and had grown. is this normal or do i need to see a doctor as soon as possible. can a cyst turn to cancer? could the doctor misinterpreted the cyst for cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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