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A member asked:

I have a sebaceous cyst in back and it is 1cm surrounding . middle of the sebaceous cyst has a black head . some days before it feels pain.

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Epidermoid cyst: Sometimes they can get infected and cause pain. if you are seeking treatment then please see your physician.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/9/2018

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