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I had a epidermoid cyst cut and drained by doc on thursday. its friday and its red on the site where it was cut & drained. is redness or swelling normal for a day or two after a cyst being drained? thank you?
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No, call the doc: Suggest you visit your surgeon to be evaluated. You might require additional tx such as soaks and antibiotics.
Answered 11/15/2020
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