Question 1

is rathkes cleft cyst treatable?

Accepted Answer

If symptomatic: Rathke's cleft cyst is a developmental remnant of rathke pouch, a normal structure formed during development of the pituitary gland. Most cysts are found incidentally during MRI scanning for other reasons. 

If the cyst is causing symptoms such as headaches, visual compromise, or is affecting normal pituitary function, the cyst can be removed surgically.

Check with your neurosurgeon.

Question 2

what is a non-dentigerous cyst? is it treatable?

Accepted Answer

Not tooth related: A cyst is a pathogenic space in bone or soft tissue containing fluid or semi fluid material, and in the oral regions, almost always lined by epithelium. Non dentigerous implies that it is not related to a tooth directly or for its origin.

They are nearly always treatable.  You should consult with an oral surgeon.
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Question 3

5 yr old with an arachnoid cyst on his brain..is this disease treatable?

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Yes: See a pediatric neurosurgeon. Most likely will recommend a shunt procedure to drain cyst. Depends on the anatomy and location.

Question 4

there is a new treatment for fibroids called acessa. i was hoping i coul have it done in canada? i also have a 9 cm cyst on my right ovary and 5 cm on the left. wondering if that is treatable the same way ? :)

Accepted Answer

Not the same: Accessa sort of liquifies uterine fibroids through thermal ablation. This is not an appropriate treatment for ovarian cysts. It is a newer technology for fibroids with a somewhat mixed clinical results. Widespread adoption has not yet occurred but there are Gyn surgeons who really like it.

Question 5

5 lumbar levoscoliosis, l4 -l5 disc desiccation, conus medullaris, facet and ligament flavum hypertrophy, perineum sleeve cysts. i am 48 years old, how or can any of this be fixed? or is it just treatable with medication?

Accepted Answer

: iMAGING RESULTS ARE INERESTING, BUT PATTERN OF SYMPTOMS IS NEEDED. IF NO PAIN, NO INTERVESTIONS EXCEPT CORE STRENGTHENING EXERCISES. THE LEVOSCOLIOSIS WILL GET WORSE WITH TIME. BUT SOME PEOPLE DONT HAVE SYMPTOMS. FOR AM STIFFNESS AN NSAID MAY HELP. FOR PAIN WITH TURN/TWIST IT COULD BE DISC; FOR PAIN WORSENING WITH ACTIVITY IT LIKELY IS THE SCOLIOSIS

Question 6

i am having a ultra sound for cancer if it comes out bad does it mean i have cancer or i don't have a cyst or something and they need a biopsy to find whether its benign or cancerous and is male breast cancer treatable or very dangerous?

Accepted Answer

: At your age cancer of the breast is very rare. Whatever the reason- there are ways to treat what is found. So cheer up and wait till a diagnosis is made. Good luck

Question 7

pretty sure i have a bartholin's cyst. i have no insurance. what can i do at home to treat it? it's causing me discomfort.

Accepted Answer

Heat & Soak in Tub: Sitting & soaking in a tub of very warm water, with soap/detergent, potentially several times a day, to dilate blood vessels & help soften plug in opening, soften & relax tissues, tends to help resolve the problem.

Question 8

how can you treat an underarm cyst at home?

Accepted Answer

Likely not: The armpit is a pretty sensitive area that can be prone to infection. A true cyst will need to be surgically removed. Other masses can be associated with other diseases. Even an abscess in the armpit needs to be seen as it can be indicative of other serious problems that require medical intervention.

Question 9

how can i treat sebaceous cyst at home?

Accepted Answer

Cant: To simply open and drain it is not adequate it will grow back It must be excised and the sac its in removed as well

Question 10

i've got a cyst on my vagina how can i treat this at home?

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Sitz Baths: That depends. If it is painful, red, tender, inflamed or you have a fever go to the doctor for assessment. If it is a nontender enlargement down the lower part of the vagina or a hair follicle that appears to have been plugged somewhat like a zit, use hot water sits bath with epsom or magnesium salts to allow it to open and possibly drain on its own.

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5 yr old with an arachnoid cyst on his brain..is this disease treatable?

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There is a new treatment for fibroids called acessa. i was hoping i coul have it done in canada? i also have a 9 cm cyst on my right ovary and 5 cm on the left. wondering if that is treatable the same way ? :)

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5 lumbar levoscoliosis, l4 -l5 disc desiccation, conus medullaris, facet and ligament flavum hypertrophy, perineum sleeve cysts. i am 48 years old, how or can any of this be fixed? or is it just treatable with medication?

A member asked:

I am having a ultra sound for cancer if it comes out bad does it mean i have cancer or i don't have a cyst or something and they need a biopsy to find whether its benign or cancerous and is male breast cancer treatable or very dangerous?

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Pretty sure i have a bartholin's cyst. i have no insurance. what can i do at home to treat it? it's causing me discomfort.

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How can you treat an underarm cyst at home?

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How can i treat sebaceous cyst at home?

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I've got a cyst on my vagina how can i treat this at home?

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