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I have a sebaceous cyst and im in extreme pain. i have had 1 in the past on my stomach. it rupturd on its own, should i allow it to rupture on its own?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See doctor : It can get infected and things can get worse. Your doctor will decide what's best for you.

Dr Munshower and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2015

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A member asked:

I have a sebaceous cyst and im in extreme pain. i have had 1 in the past on my stomach. it rupturd on its own, should i allow it to rupture on its own?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Dr Munshower and 5 doctors agreed

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