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I had a epidermoid cyst removed by minimal excision a week ago today. its healing up and looks much better but its peeling, the skin is. is that part of the healing or do i need to do anything? thank u?
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Epidermoid cyst: Yes the peeling is part of the healing process, as healthier skin comes from underneath, the old dead skin starts peeling off. Signs of healing are, decreasing redness, inflammation, swelling and pain and no discharge and would is drying up.
Answered 11/27/2020
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