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A member asked:

How do i get rid of a cyst at home i got percribed cephalexin but it dosnt seem to be helping?

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Cyst: Home removal of a cyst is not recommended. If infected warm compresses, antibiotics and sometimes incision and drainage are needed. Popping them by ones self usually leads to more infection. Surgical removal when not infected usually is curative.

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Answered 10/8/2014

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