They are not always cancer. The chances of one being cancer depend on your risk factors such as diet, smoking or drinking habits, family history, and genetics. A biopsy will allow the doctor to determine whether the growth/mass/cyst is malignant (cancer) or not. If you are having a biopsy, I recommend also reading the Kidney Biopsy Overview page at: http://www.foundhealth.com/kidney-biopsy/overview
They are not always cancer. The chances of one being cancer depend on your risk factors such as diet, smoking or drinking habits, family history, and genetics. A biopsy will allow the doctor to...
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