A cyst is a sac of tissue containing fluid or air that can form in many areas of the body. Cysts often do not need to be removed unless they are causing pain or other problems. There are several ...

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Boils are painful, pus-filled, and are caused by infections like Staphylococcus aureus. Cysts are painless, non-infectious growths filled with keratin or other substances. Antibiotics may treat boils ...

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A California woman who had a 20-lb ovarian cyst was surprised to learn that she also had a rare abdominal ectopic pregnancy and gave birth to a boy just days later.