A member asked:

How do you get rid of cysts underneath your skin that are in your armpit area?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Surgery: The cysts may be hidraadenitis suppuitiva which does not respond well to oral or topical medications. If the condition is significant the best approach is to surgically remove the problem area.

Answered 3/28/2015

6.3k views

Thank

Cyst Removal: Surgical excision of a sebaceous cyst is a simple procedure to completely remove the sac and its contents. There are three general approaches used: traditional wide excision, minimal excision, and punch biopsy excision.

Answered 8/5/2013

5k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more