Question 1

i have a sebaceous cyst on the back of my neck that is leaking a clear fluid that has a nasty smell. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: when get infected will have pain also , get it removed or drained a simple office procedure.

Question 2

hi i had a sebaceous cyst drained over two weeks ago, it is still leaking fluid and has started to smell really bad. how do i get rid of the smell?

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Depends: If the wound is open, keep it clean with soap and water, and pack the wound with moist gauze at least 2x/day. If the wound is not open, it needs to be opened. In either case, see the doctor that drained it, or a general surgeon. If the skin is red, see someone today, even of it means going to the ER. Hope this helps!

Question 3

sebacious cyst pubic area guy?

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Needs a question: Unfortunately there is not a real question here.  
Cysts are growths that occur below the skin which are fluid  filled sacs.  Particularly in people who shave in the pubic region i frequently see abcesses. An abcess is a deep infection below the skin and often requires a surgical treatment.  If you have a painful red bump in the pubic region (regardless of gender) see a doctor right away!

Question 4

anything i can do about sebaceous cysts?

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

Question 5

do sebaceous cysts go away by themselves?

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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?

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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

will an infected sebacious cyst go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

NO: If it is infected, it will most likely require antibiotics.  Some infected cysts, become abscesses and need to be incised and drained (with possible packing of sterile material) for definitive treatment. Best wishes.

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I have a sebaceous cyst on the back of my neck that is leaking a clear fluid that has a nasty smell. is this normal?

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Hi i had a sebaceous cyst drained over two weeks ago, it is still leaking fluid and has started to smell really bad. how do i get rid of the smell?

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Sebacious cyst pubic area guy?

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Anything i can do about sebaceous cysts?

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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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