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Swank recovering after having growth removed

Manager says doctor recommended immediate removal of benign growth

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Actress Hilary Swank recently had a small benign growth removed and is now resting and recovering, her manager said on Sept. 18.
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updated 3:16 p.m. ET Sept. 18, 2008

NEW YORK - Hilary Swank is recovering after a hospital procedure to remove a small, benign growth, a representative for the Oscar-winning actress said Thursday.

“She was experiencing some discomfort and went to see her doctor, who prescribed an immediate course of action that included a brief hospitalization” to eliminate the growth, Swank’s manager, Jason Weinberg, said in a statement.

“Her condition has been resolved and there are no continuing health issues, with the exception of some short-term rest and recuperation,” Weinberg said.

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He would not provide further details.

Swank, 34, won Oscars for her roles in “Boys Don’t Cry” and “Million Dollar Baby.” Her screen credits also include “Freedom Writers,” “P.S. I Love You” and the upcoming “Amelia.”

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