About Sebaceous Cyst

A sebaceous cyst is a benign cyst, also known as an epidermal cyst, dermoid cyst, keratin cyst, and epithelial cyst. It is a slow-growing, dome-shaped, protein-filled white or yellow mass that often occurs on the neck, face, or body. sebaceous cyst in breast is a relatively uncommon occurrence. This group also includes epidermoid cysts and pilar cysts; however, sebaceous cyst treatment is primarily focused on managing these common cysts, as genuine sebaceous cysts originating from the sebaceous glands are extremely rare.

The sebaceous glands create sebum, which coats the skin and hair. In rare circumstances, the duct or gland that produces the oil gets clogged or destroyed. As a result, an infected sebaceous cyst develops. They are usually innocuous, with just a few becoming cancerous. However, in certain situations, a facial cyst can get infected and create complications, causing pain and discomfort. If this occurs, it is preferable to have the cyst removed through excision.

You can contact ace medicare and speak with our skilled plastic surgeons about the condition and its treatment options, including sebaceous cyst removal. Our surgeons will explain the procedure in detail.

Diagnosis and Procedure

The doctor will first inquire about your medical history and do a physical examination to properly diagnose a sebaceous cyst. The look of the cyst is generally sufficient to tell whether or not the bump on your skin is a sebaceous cyst.

If the physical examination does not give sufficient proof, the doctor may recommend the following tests:

Ultrasound- An ultrasound will assist the doctor in examining the cyst contents.
CT Scan- When the surgeon feels that the cyst may require surgical treatment, he or she will generally order a CT scan or other imaging tests. This test assists the doctor in determining the irregularities in the cyst and the best course of therapy.
Punch Biopsy- A punch biopsy may be necessary to determine whether or not the skin lump is malignant. A little quantity of tissue from the cyst will be removed and analyzed for symptoms of malignancy.

Our plastic surgeons, use both contemporary and traditional treatments to treat a sebaceous cyst. If the cyst is tiny but unpleasant to the patient, the doctor may prescribe a steroid medication to reduce and manage the symptoms. If the cyst enlarges and becomes big, painful, or irritated, the doctor may recommend draining or surgical removal.

Plastic surgeons use the following conventional procedures:

Preconventional Wide Excision: In this surgery, the surgeon creates a broad incision around the lump, drains its contents, and excises the inflamed or diseased skin.
Minimally invasive excision: as the name implies, the technique is performed through a small incision. To treat the sebaceous cyst, the cyst is drained, and only the contaminated skin tissues are removed.

Both of these procedures are safe and successful in treating a sebaceous cyst, regardless of its size, with nearly little risk of recurrence. If you have been diagnosed with a sebaceous cyst or facial cyst, please contact ace medicare and speak with one of our plastic surgeons to learn more about the excision methods.