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How long will a sebaceous cyst heal?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

2 to 4 wks after I/d: It take approx 2 to 4 wks for sebaceous cyst to heal depending on underlying illness like diabetes cancer etc.

Answered 10/23/2018

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Dr. Timothy Mountcastle answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

After surgery. : 2 weeks on body or scalp. 1 week on face. Also size dependent.

Answered 5/19/2018

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

Depends: Abx will NOT cure a sebaceous cyst. They can help clear the infection and surrounding cellulitis that can occur when the cyst becomes infected. .... but not the cyst itself. The cyst needs to be removed if bothering you. If not bothering you can be safely watched.

Answered 11/18/2017

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