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How to remove a scalp cyst?

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Dr. Marc Serota answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Surgery: Scalp cysts are removed by surgical excision under local anesthesia (typically). This is usually done by a dermatologist.

Answered 7/1/2016

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Type??: Most of these on young females are TRICHOLEMMAL cysts. You forgot to mention the size, location, or any indication of inflammation. Usual procedure is to use lidocaine with a 32 needle, open the skin, deliver the cyst out intact, close the skin with 3 or 4 000 sutures or subcutaneous sutures. The small amount of hair lost will regrow at 1cm a month.

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