Question 1

i have 4 sebaceous cysts in my scalp, do i have to remove them? will hair grow back if they are removed?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If it gets infected, painful, or bothers you than have it excised.  If excised correctly it shouldn't effect your hair.

Question 2

should i remove my 'sebaceous cyst hair scalp' though it didn't grow that much in 3 years, it's only a small bubble size?

Accepted Answer

: If truly a cyst, you may simply observe the lesion for any changes. If none, then suggest you may not require removal.

Question 3

i have sebaceous cyst which grow like 2 inch stays for 4 - 5 days and drains out. again it comes on it on. it is in my both under arms. please help.

Accepted Answer

Sounds like: You need to have these entire areas surgically excised.  Get an opinion from a surgeon.

Question 4

anything i can do about sebaceous cysts?

Accepted Answer

Office procedure: Most sebaceous cysts can be removed in the office with local anesthesia.

Question 5

do sebaceous cysts go away by themselves?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: But once they become a chronic problem with infections, it is rare.  Incision and drainage won't cure it either.  The whole cyst must be removed.

Question 6

who can help me about the sebaceous cysts?

Accepted Answer

A minor surgery: These are usually treated with a minor surgery, where the cyst and its entire lining, are removed.  This is typically done under local anesthesia.

Question 7

how can i remove a sebaceous cysts at home?

Accepted Answer

No: Removal of a sebaceous cyst requires a small surgical procedure. While it can be done easily in a office setting with the right instruments, it is not something you can do yourself at home.

Question 8

what do i need to know about sebaceous cysts?

Accepted Answer

Common: Common benign skin mass/tumor. Risk of infection is high, but can be reduced if surgically removed. In some cases can be done under local anesthesia, in children under general anesthesia.

Question 9

will my production of sebaceous cysts ever cease?

Accepted Answer

Prob not: If you have a bunch. You will prob grow more.

Question 10

what are ways to stop my sebaceous cysts from growing?

Accepted Answer

No sure fire cure: Some feel oral retinoids may help decrease this activity but they are not generally used for this purpose. Probably the same is true or even less likely for topical retinoids which ar unlikely to penetrate to the deep dermis where they occur.

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I have 4 sebaceous cysts in my scalp, do i have to remove them? will hair grow back if they are removed?

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Should i remove my 'sebaceous cyst hair scalp' though it didn't grow that much in 3 years, it's only a small bubble size?

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I have sebaceous cyst which grow like 2 inch stays for 4 - 5 days and drains out. again it comes on it on. it is in my both under arms. please help.

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Anything i can do about sebaceous cysts?

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Do sebaceous cysts go away by themselves?

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Who can help me about the sebaceous cysts?

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How can i remove a sebaceous cysts at home?

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What do i need to know about sebaceous cysts?

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Will my production of sebaceous cysts ever cease?

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