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Is a 3 mm breast cyst too small to aspirate?

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Dr. Adam Hamawy answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Too small : A breast cyst that is 3mm is usually too small to aspirate. They are usually observed to see if they get larger, then they can be addressed or disappear on their own.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/19/2017

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