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Dermatologist checked cysts on my forearm that has been inflamed for two weeks. she told me draining it would not be effective. it is mostly inflammation not fluid. she told me to consult general surgeon to have it removed?

Q: dermatologist checked cysts on my forearm that has been inflamed for two weeks. she told me draining it would not be effective. it is mostly inflammation not fluid. she told me to consult general surgeon to have it removed?

: Ask for a diagnosis from the dermatologist (what kind of cyst?) and then see a surgeon

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Ask for a diagnosis from the dermatologist (what kind of cyst?) and then see a surgeon

Dr Menter agreed

Answered 9/11/2021

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A member asked:

Dermatologist checked cysts on my forearm that has been inflamed for two weeks. she told me draining it would not be effective. it is mostly inflammation not fluid. she told me to consult general surgeon to have it removed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr Menter agreed

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