Epidermal Cysts Of The Skin- 94 Questions Answered

How to treat epidermal cyst. It's not paining but I want to get it off. Please advice me what to do abt it.

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Dr. Gagandeep Talwar Urologist | Gurgaon

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It can be removed if patients wants. Pain is just one of the indications. Needs evaluation by detailed history and examination ... Read More

There is a epidermal cyst in my leg below knee with a hole in it. During bath water enters into that cyst. Does it cause any infection ? What is the remedy for cyst ?

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Dr. Anusha Katare Dermatologist | Kolkata

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Cyst can get secondarily infected causing pain and redness. Surgical removal can be done ... Read More

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I have epidermal cyst on my cheek since 3 years and it is slow growing. I have attached report of FNAC test. Can this be treated with medicine or need removal? Please suggest.

Asked for Female, 35 Years 286 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

Consult online for further treatment ... Read More

Sebaceous Cysts / epidermal cyst on the scrotum skin these sebaceous cysts or over a period of 3 years, 3 of which are about 2-5mm. what procedure is used for these removing. how long it takes for recovery time . Pls advise procedure is it painless

Asked for Male, 35 Years 190 Views v

Dr. Abdul Munnon Durrani Urological Surgeon | Delhi

surgical excision, 8 to 10 days ... Read More

Can I visit a dermatologist for epidermal cyst in scrotum? There is always a mild pain. A dermatologist because I already have other dermatological issues.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 106 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Surgery best option.. for details do direct online consultation with photo ... Read More

I had a lump on my left breast radiomammography was done today and diagnosed it to be epidermal inclusion cyst on breast.my dr advised to do fnac under general anesthesia..i jst wany yo need is the treatment really needed.?it pains only when i press hard.kindly help me on this.thank you

Asked for Female, 33 Years 190 Views v

Dr. Abdul Basith Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Chennai

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Do an fnac under local anaethesia ... Read More

I had a surgery 12 days ago for a cyst which turned out to be an epidermal inclusion cyst in biopsy. The cyst was removed successfully according to the doctor. Now I can see a hard swelling in the same place where cyst was. Is this normal?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Jaimini Thakkar ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist | Anand

Yes it's normal ... Read More

My age just 26 , from today i am feeling little pain (coming and going) for 2 to 3 mins inside my left testical i think and i have 3 (large,medium,small) size epidermal cysts from last 2 years ,i am continuing some homeopathy medicine calcarea fluorica 12x from last 1.5 year but the cysts becomes soft i think . what to do please give me best advice

Asked for Male, 26 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Yogesh Kumar Sharma Internal Medicine | Delhi

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Hello. Very Good evening. I'm Dr.Yogesh Kr Sharma. You should go for a Ultrasound Scrotum, first of all. After the report, kindly come to practo chat for your treatment and satisfaction. Regards. ... Read More

Which doctor should i consult for this kind of cyst? Immediately operation is needed or not? Please help as soon as possible. Thanks in advance

Asked for Female, 52 Years 73 Views v

Dr. Devesh Goel General Practitioner | Delhi

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Consult a surgeon ... Read More

I have attached the previous query in the form of screen shot I was asked to upload the photo of the cyst/spot

Asked for Male, 23 Years 109 Views v

Dr. Govind S Mittal Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Hi. I do not think that this should disqualify you , however, depends on the nature of the interview. Creams or tablets cannot stop it from growing. The cyst can be excised by a qualified surgeon- pl ... Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

Asked for Female, 23 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Gautham Balakrishna General Surgeon | Bangalore

It could be a lipoma (an extra fat growth) or a sebaceous cyst. If it is increasing in size or if it's painful then consult a surgeon to get it checked. ... Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible, painless but I feel it by palpation. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried is it sarcoma?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 36 Views v

Dr. A N M Owais Danish Proctologist | Hyderabad

Get a usg of the swelling to confirm if its a lipoma/ cyst ... Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible, painless but I feel it by palpation. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried is it sarcoma?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 349 Views v

Dr. Sujeet Kumar Pandre Pediatric Surgeon | Nagpur

Just fat strand under the skin No worry ... Read More

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

Asked for Female, 23 Years 726 Views v

Dr. Priyasha Damodara Oncologist | Hyderabad

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Hi, It doesn’t seem to be a matter of concern. However it is strongly advisable to get any lump of swelling checked by a doctor. ... Read More

In the last 1 year There has been a growth of bump like structure on my head which actually don't hurt But its size has increased a bit It looks very very ugly when I shed my hair completely Besides it seems like it's growth is not going to stop Which will lead to it's enlargement What medication should be preferred to check its growth and th

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 85 Views v

Dr. Radhika S R Aesthetic Dermatologist | Bangalore

Hello, Greetings from skinxperts. If in case you are very sure it is epidermal cyst only,only treatment advised is excision.we can excision and close the wound by using minimal incision. ... Read More

My baby 2.5 month month old she having skin cyst on her back head I consulted pediatric the prescribed bite insect cream but that cyst not getting decreased I attached pic

Asked for Male, 25 Years 117 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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It's looking like follicular cyst..most of the times it will go on its own... for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

I have these blackish cyst type things on my scrotum skin. Should I be concern or it'll go away on its own? Please find pictures attached.

Asked for Male, 25 Years 152 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's angiokeratoma.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Under Skin Cyst on the upper center abdomen from around 7 days. The color on the stomach over that cyst is slightly greyish. When put pressure while touching it feels like something like grain is inside. Symptoms : No pain, no constipation, no weakness, no pain even on the cyst.

Asked for Male, 23 Years 177 Views v

Dr. M.Ponraj Medical Oncologist | Palakkad

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Looks like lipoma. It is benign tumor. Nothing serious. No need of any treatment ... Read More

I got a small Cyst (Steatocystoma) on the upper skin of my penis, Can someone tell me how to get that removed? Is it a surgical procedure or can be cured with any medicines?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 253 Views v

Dr. Jaideep Gaver General Physician | Coimbatore

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Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. *You can have chat or video call discussion* http://arth.link/drortho Or https://play ... Read More

I had a Cyst on my cheek for about 6 months. It looked like few days before (1st image) and now it looks like this (2nd image). Should I consult a doctor and if yes then which doctor or is the cyst healing on its own ?

Asked for Male, 14 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

You are suffering from bacterial infection causing folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by ... Read More

A small cyst is in my hip skin from last 1 year ... My question is that is it harmful or not ?? I attached a photo of this ... Please help

Asked for Male, 35 Years 148 Views v

Dr. Vivek Pahwa Homoeopath | Delhi

Homoeopathic medicines can permanently cure the problem rapidly effectively and efficiently without any side effects ... Read More

A small cyst is on my hip skin from last 1 year.. my question is that is it harmful or not ??? Please help.

Asked for Male, 35 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Alok Tripathi Homoeopath | Bangalore

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Hello sir I understand your concern. Homepathic constitutional treatment is safe and most effective for you.. ... Read More

Today I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small pea. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 162 Views v

Dr. Krunal Tralsawala Cosmetic Dermatovenereologist | Vadodara

It may be lipoma or something else Better to consult nearby dermatologist for detail clinical examination ... Read More

Hi Sir, I have discovered 3 cysts like peas under my arm skin and 2 under my back. There is no pain but looks to be stretching my nerves sometime.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Himani Negi Homoeopath | Chennai

Hi dear it can be a sebaceous cyst or a lipoma and rarely a neurofibroma A homoeopathic constitutional treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for f ... Read More

I have these under the skin cyst lumps in my grown area (inner things) everywhere heaps for years now some disappear and come back some stay, one I’ve just noticed is abit tender and dark in a browny colour even though I think half of these cyst made my inner thighs go dark I still see the difference

Asked for Female, 18 Years 64 Views v

Dr. M.Surendhar General Practitioner | Kanchipuram

Consult dermatologist ... Read More

I have multiple cyst on forearm and back. They look like bumps , I don't feel any pain in general but when pressing.

Asked for Male, 23 Years 99 Views v

Dr. Lila Dhar Garg General Medicine | Morena

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As per your history this problem is not of cysts or bumps.this is the problem of neuro derma. Consult a surgeon. ... Read More

These cyst sometimes changes it size up and down. Sometimes its quite an embarrassment. Plz help to get rid of this. And these are not painful

Asked for Male, 22 Years 110 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

This is lipoma. It can be removed easily. Please meet me at my clinic ... Read More

I have cyst and done antibiotic course bt not cure.. removal by surgery is final treatment? And how it cost for? Cyst is on upper part of breast..

Asked for Female, 28 Years 85 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Dawre Cosmetologist | Gurgaon

On examining only diagnosis can be made If it’s sebaceous cyst then it will require surgery medicine wont help Kindly consult doc personally ... Read More

I have a cyst in my scrotum skin. It is paining. And i think it is growing somewhat day by day. Will any antibiotics help me in this stage? Its been 4days i think.

Asked for Male, 19 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Please meet me for removal. It is called steatocystomas. No medicines for it. ... Read More

I've had what I believe is a cyst located about halfway down my back, but centered pretty much on my spinal cord. I've had it for 2+ years with no discomfort or anything, but I woke up this morning with it seeming inflamed and with extra pressure. I have a scheduled appointment with a dermatologist, but it's not for a few weeks. Given that this is

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 25 Views v

Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

If its of recent origin it could be a sebaceous /epidermoid cyst. If you have diabetes or obesity it possible that it has becomes inflamed or infected. You can send a photograph of the affected area t ... Read More

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How to treat epidermal cyst. It's not paining but I want to get it off. Please advice me what to do abt it.

There is a epidermal cyst in my leg below knee with a hole in it. During bath water enters into that cyst. Does it cause any infection ? What is the remedy for cyst ?

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I have epidermal cyst on my cheek since 3 years and it is slow growing. I have attached report of FNAC test. Can this be treated with medicine or need removal? Please suggest.

Sebaceous Cysts / epidermal cyst on the scrotum skin these sebaceous cysts or over a period of 3 years, 3 of which are about 2-5mm. what procedure is used for these removing. how long it takes for recovery time . Pls advise procedure is it painless

Can I visit a dermatologist for epidermal cyst in scrotum? There is always a mild pain. A dermatologist because I already have other dermatological issues.

I had a lump on my left breast radiomammography was done today and diagnosed it to be epidermal inclusion cyst on breast.my dr advised to do fnac under general anesthesia..i jst wany yo need is the treatment really needed.?it pains only when i press hard.kindly help me on this.thank you

I had a surgery 12 days ago for a cyst which turned out to be an epidermal inclusion cyst in biopsy. The cyst was removed successfully according to the doctor. Now I can see a hard swelling in the same place where cyst was. Is this normal?

Which doctor should i consult for this kind of cyst? Immediately operation is needed or not? Please help as soon as possible. Thanks in advance

I have attached the previous query in the form of screen shot I was asked to upload the photo of the cyst/spot

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible, painless but I feel it by palpation. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried is it sarcoma?

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible, painless but I feel it by palpation. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried is it sarcoma?

I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin 2 months ago. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small grain. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried

My baby 2.5 month month old she having skin cyst on her back head I consulted pediatric the prescribed bite insect cream but that cyst not getting decreased I attached pic

I have these blackish cyst type things on my scrotum skin. Should I be concern or it'll go away on its own? Please find pictures attached.

Under Skin Cyst on the upper center abdomen from around 7 days. The color on the stomach over that cyst is slightly greyish. When put pressure while touching it feels like something like grain is inside. Symptoms : No pain, no constipation, no weakness, no pain even on the cyst.

I got a small Cyst (Steatocystoma) on the upper skin of my penis, Can someone tell me how to get that removed? Is it a surgical procedure or can be cured with any medicines?

I had a Cyst on my cheek for about 6 months. It looked like few days before (1st image) and now it looks like this (2nd image). Should I consult a doctor and if yes then which doctor or is the cyst healing on its own ?

A small cyst is in my hip skin from last 1 year ... My question is that is it harmful or not ?? I attached a photo of this ... Please help

A small cyst is on my hip skin from last 1 year.. my question is that is it harmful or not ??? Please help.

Today I noticed a cyst or a lump under my forearm skin. It is not visible but I feel it by touching it. It is just under my skin and is of a size of small pea. I can collect it in my pinch and I believe it is not on my muscle. Should I be worried?

Hi Sir, I have discovered 3 cysts like peas under my arm skin and 2 under my back. There is no pain but looks to be stretching my nerves sometime.

I have multiple cyst on forearm and back. They look like bumps , I don't feel any pain in general but when pressing.

These cyst sometimes changes it size up and down. Sometimes its quite an embarrassment. Plz help to get rid of this. And these are not painful

I have cyst and done antibiotic course bt not cure.. removal by surgery is final treatment? And how it cost for? Cyst is on upper part of breast..

I have a cyst in my scrotum skin. It is paining. And i think it is growing somewhat day by day. Will any antibiotics help me in this stage? Its been 4days i think.

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