Question 1

has anyone ever had or heard of a subtarsal conjunctival cyst?

Accepted Answer

Sure: No big deal. Benign. Excise as needed.

Question 2

i have been diagnosed with a conjunctival cyst. i had it lanced and within 1 day it has filled back up with fluid.  what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Conj cyst: These frequently fill back up if lanced with a needle. Other 2 options: argon laser and full excision (which has best success).

Question 3

how do you remove a conjunctival eye cyst?

Accepted Answer

Excision: A benign conjunctival cyst that causes associated irritation or is large enough to be bothersome, can be excised under local or topical anesthesia. I do these in my office under an operating microscope, and i generally have to place an absorbable suture to secure the wound.

Question 4

is meibomian cyst removal dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: Chalazion i ; d is a standard office based procedure with high success rate when indicated.

Question 5

does cyst removal require open surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: The technique used to remove a cyst depends on where the cyst is located and how large the cyst is.

Question 6

is the ganglion cyst removal a risky thing to do?

Accepted Answer

No: For practical purposes, removing a ganglion cyst is very low risk.

Question 7

is swelling common after removal of infected cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The mild trauma associated with surgical removal will often cause temporary swelling in the area.

Question 8

how do you know when you need ganglion cyst removal?

Accepted Answer

Size, Location: Its obvious that you should remove a ganglion cyst that is pressing on a nerve, artery or tendon, causing functional issues. They can also be removed for pain, or other issues like interference with watch wear. Keep in mind that recurrence rate is as high as  15%.

Question 9

ganglion cyst removal: indications, risks, alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Discomfort,: Ganglion cyst at the wrist joint gives discomfort, occasional pain due to pressure, some restriction of wrist  movements is best managed by excision besides cosmetic reason. It is relatively a very low risk procedure, some times could be aspirated which has high recurrence besides risk of infection.

Question 10

dermoid cyst removal in 2 weeks-what to expect for recovery?

Accepted Answer

Quick healing: A dermoid cyst is a saclike growth that is present at birth.  It   contains structures such as hair, fluid, teeth or skin glands that can be found on or in the skin. They grow slowly and are not tender unless ruptured.    Surgical removal is performed when a cyst becomes painful   or inflammed.or begins enlarging.  If ovarian in origin, laparoscopic resection is employed and recovery is fast.

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Has anyone ever had or heard of a subtarsal conjunctival cyst?

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I have been diagnosed with a conjunctival cyst. i had it lanced and within 1 day it has filled back up with fluid. what is the next step?

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How do you remove a conjunctival eye cyst?

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Is meibomian cyst removal dangerous?

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Does cyst removal require open surgery?

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Is the ganglion cyst removal a risky thing to do?

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Is swelling common after removal of infected cyst?

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How do you know when you need ganglion cyst removal?

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Ganglion cyst removal: indications, risks, alternatives?

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Dermoid cyst removal in 2 weeks-what to expect for recovery?

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