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Ive had this epidermoid cyst right in the middle of my forehead for several months. my dermatologist gave me topical clindamycin to try before resorting to an incision/stitches. how effective (if at all) is this method in treating this type of cyst?

Q: ive had this epidermoid cyst right in the middle of my forehead for several months. my dermatologist gave me topical clindamycin to try before resorting to an incision/stitches. how effective (if at all) is this method in treating this type of cyst?

: Not effective. Best to have it excised

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Dr. Randy Oppenheimer answered

Not effective. Best to have it excised

Dr Grinstead agreed

Answered 3/2/2021

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A member asked:

Ive had this epidermoid cyst right in the middle of my forehead for several months. my dermatologist gave me topical clindamycin to try before resorting to an incision/stitches. how effective (if at all) is this method in treating this type of cyst?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randy Oppenheimer answered

Dr Grinstead agreed

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