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Kidney cysts are fluid filled sacs that form in the kidney. Most are simple cysts and harmless. Some may interfere with kidney function.

Dr. Keegan Duchicela reviewed this

16 year experience in family medicine

Is a type of:

Cyst

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

Body locations

Upper abdomen, Lower abdomen

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