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A large cyst on top of my head has burst amd is now very painful. it burst internally. will it just go away?
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How do you know it: burst? This could be a sebacous cyst, and if this indeed did burst under the skin, in could become more inflammed, red, swollen and painful. If so, this could require an incision and drainage by a doctor. Your pain is a warning sign something is wrong. Go see a doctor.
Answered 4/3/2018
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