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Is there any way to drain a mucous cyst without a doctor? i've heard of using a warm cloth to slowly drain it but i don't know... my cyst just got bigger, help?

Q: is there any way to drain a mucous cyst without a doctor? i've heard of using a warm cloth to slowly drain it but i don't know... my cyst just got bigger, help?

: If you mean a cyst that's in your mouth (mucocele), it is harmless and should be left alone since it will usually clear up on its own in a few weeks. If it causes pain and has been there for more than a few weeks, see a doctor

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

If you mean a cyst that's in your mouth (mucocele), it is harmless and should be left alone since it will usually clear up on its own in a few weeks. If it causes pain and has been there for more than a few weeks, see a doctor

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/7/2021

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A member asked:

Is there any way to drain a mucous cyst without a doctor? i've heard of using a warm cloth to slowly drain it but i don't know... my cyst just got bigger, help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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