Question 1

please tell me, could a sebaceous cyst rupture under the skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes!!: This can happen but world require some type of pressure or manipulation typically.  These types of cysts grow slowly and are usually removed surgically.

Question 2

what happens if a scalp cyst gets ruptured under the skin?

Accepted Answer

infection.: It would cause inflammation, foreign body reaction, bacterial infection and sometimes, abscess.

Question 3

i accidentally ruptured my cyst under the skin. it hurts a lot. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Warm compresses: You should apply topical antibiotic ointment and see your physician in the morning- you will need oral antibiotics to prevent infection.

Question 4

i had sebacious cyst on my back which ruptured on its own and the skin is flat now..  what next? how to ensure that sac is removed? any medication?

Accepted Answer

Consider Excision: If you had a ruptured sebaceous cyst that is now healed and shows no signs of infection, such as redness or tenderness, then you do not need any medication at this time. At this point, you may want to wait to see if the cyst recurs and, if it does, have it removed. Your other option is to have the area where the cyst was removed now, in effort to prevent future recurrence.

Question 5

is it common for a ganglion cyst to rupture and result in a lighter pigmentation of the skin in the surrounding area?

Accepted Answer

: What you are seeing the fluid underneath the skin. Once that is absorbed normal skin hue will be restored

Question 6

hi! i've had a large cyst on my knee for about 10 yrs. i recently fell and believe it ruptured under my skin. should i be worried?

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Orthopedic surgeon: This question is best answered by an orthopedic surgeon after an examination. What kind of a cyst do you have?Fluid leaking out of a Baker's cyst,for example, often causes calf discomfort and lower leg swelling.

Question 7

my daughter had a ruptured ovarian cyst on wednesday and today she has sharp pains in head when she moves a certain way.  could the 2 be related?

Accepted Answer

Not related: Can be just a neck muscle is pulled or some other problem, if bothersome, check with your doctor, but not related to ruptured ovarian cyst, wish you both wellness

Question 8

i just had a sebaceous cyst on my breast rupture under my skin. will i be ok?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On the size of the infected cyst and the amount of inflamed tissue around it. You may still need antibiotic therapy and local wound care to minimize scarring and/or recurrence. Unless this was a small pimple-like lesion, you should keep the site clean, use a topical antibiotic ointment, and see your doctor promptly. Consider urgent care centers if you cannot get an appointment soon.

Question 9

is it normal to have bad neck/head pain while trying to sleep days after having laparoscopic surgery for a ruptured cyst?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: If you are having incisional pain, without intending to do so you may be assuming an unusual head/neck position while you sleep which can contribute to your symptoms.

Question 10

i have a pea sized cyst under the skin of my testical area. and it is almost perfectly round. kind of firm but not hard. it ruptred while i was examining it in the shower (i wanted to make sure it wasn't getting harder or larger) is this a concern.?

Accepted Answer

Probably not.: Probably not serious. You said it ruptured. If it returns I suggest you see a physician.

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Please tell me, could a sebaceous cyst rupture under the skin?

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What happens if a scalp cyst gets ruptured under the skin?

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I accidentally ruptured my cyst under the skin. it hurts a lot. what should i do?

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I had sebacious cyst on my back which ruptured on its own and the skin is flat now.. what next? how to ensure that sac is removed? any medication?

A member asked:

Is it common for a ganglion cyst to rupture and result in a lighter pigmentation of the skin in the surrounding area?

A member asked:

Hi! i've had a large cyst on my knee for about 10 yrs. i recently fell and believe it ruptured under my skin. should i be worried?

A member asked:

My daughter had a ruptured ovarian cyst on wednesday and today she has sharp pains in head when she moves a certain way. could the 2 be related?

A member asked:

I just had a sebaceous cyst on my breast rupture under my skin. will i be ok?

A member asked:

Is it normal to have bad neck/head pain while trying to sleep days after having laparoscopic surgery for a ruptured cyst?

A member asked:

I have a pea sized cyst under the skin of my testical area. and it is almost perfectly round. kind of firm but not hard. it ruptred while i was examining it in the shower (i wanted to make sure it wasn't getting harder or larger) is this a concern.?

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