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I have an epidermoid cyst close to my cerebellum. is it true that birth control pills can stimulate the growth?
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Ependymal cysts ? NO: You mean ependymal cysts , of neuroepithelial origin, contraceptives , did no show any stimulation or growth in neurofibromatosis nf i , contraceptives has untoward effect with breast cancer, unlikely has any effect on ependymal cyst ( epidermoid cysts are under the skin ).
Answered 8/8/2013
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No: After searching the literature I have been unable to find any information to suggest that birth control pills stimulate the growth of cutaneous lesions. Are you sure you have the correct diagnosis? Oral contraceptive pills do lower testosterone levels and skin oils are stimulated by testosterone so if anything they would benefit an epidermoid cyst.
Answered 9/28/2016
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