Question 1

can sebaceous cyst be cancerous or a tumor ?

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Sebaceous cyst : Sebaceous cyst very rarely become malignant.

Question 2

can breast cancer really start out looking like a sebaceous cyst?

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Usually not: Because sebaceous cysts are in the skin and breast cancer occurs in the glands under the skin.  Show it to your doctor to be sure.

Question 3

small lump at base of penis shaft, only noticeable when erect. had for 7 years. told sebaceous cyst or varicocele. its right where my pinky is if i grip it. does cancer present like this?

Accepted Answer

Not cancer: Test ulnar cancer would have grown and you would be very sick by now. Have it rechecked. Most likely a cyst or blocker hair follicle.

Question 4

how are sebaceous cysts treated? how are the average sebaceous cysts commonly treated?

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Typically : Typically they are surgically removed and submitted for microscopic diagnosis by a specialist.  Depending upon their location and size it may be done under local or general anesthesia.

Question 5

can sebaceous cysts bleed?

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If traumatized: It would be rare for a cyst to bleed unless infected or traumatized in some way.   A bleeding lesion should be examined and biopsied by your physician.

Question 6

have a sebaceous cyst removed?

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Surgery...: This is a straightforward office procedure that can be done by a plastic surgeon with local anesthesia. It is important to remove the entire wall of the cyst or it may recur.

Question 7

does sebaceous cyst removal hurt?

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Minimal: With proper local anesthesia, all you should feel is the initial pinch of the numbing medicine.

Question 8

sebaceous cyst inflamed dangerous?

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Not if it is treated: Properly using apropriate antibiotics and surgical drainage when necessary, assuming normal immune function.  Show it to a doctor for specific advice.

Question 9

can you die from a  sebaceous cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: A sebaceous cyst by itself is not going to kill you, but should it get infected very badly, it can lead to sepsis, which in turn can lead to death.
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Question 10

what can i do for a sebaceous cyst?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It should be opened and drained, especially if it shows any signs of infection (tenderness, draining, heat).  If it's not draining or painful and you don't mind the look of it it can be watched (if indeed this is a correct diagnosis).

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