A member asked:

A scalp cyst i have had forever burst last night in my sleep. first time my head flat! should i put ointment or something on it? draining stopped.

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Dr. William Byars answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: See if you can gently express residual cyst contents with pressure. Use an antibacterial ointment, cover it, and soak it in warm water twice daily to encourage more drainage. See a health care provider if surrounding skin becomes red, inflamed.

Answered 4/24/2015

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