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How are sebaceous cysts treated? how are the average sebaceous cysts commonly treated?
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Typically : Typically they are surgically removed and submitted for microscopic diagnosis by a specialist. Depending upon their location and size it may be done under local or general anesthesia.
Answered 1/6/2019
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Excision : Surgical removal is the standard treatment.
Answered 1/7/2019
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