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Can A Sebaceous Cyst Drain On Its Own After 10 Years ?

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Posted on Wed, 13 Nov 2024
Question: Can a sebaceous cyst drain on its own after 10 years ? I never really tried epsom salt and sitz baths. Is possible this could still work? I included a picture. Also, if go to an Obgyn can she drain this in the office ?
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Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (3 days later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, it can. Complete removal of cyst is the best way.

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query and the photo.
Sebaceous cyst can drain only the sebum. Any cyst needs to be encluated means the secretary lining has to be removed. Cyst has to be totally removed.
Simply draining may cause a recurrence means will refill again.
Hence request your Gyn to remove it in toto or refer to the Surgeon who can do it.
I hope this answers your query.
Please feel free to ask for further relevant queries.
Also give feedback.
Keep the area clean and dry.
Apply dry sterile gauze.
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Can A Sebaceous Cyst Drain On Its Own After 10 Years ?

Brief Answer: Yes, it can. Complete removal of cyst is the best way. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query and the photo. Sebaceous cyst can drain only the sebum. Any cyst needs to be encluated means the secretary lining has to be removed. Cyst has to be totally removed. Simply draining may cause a recurrence means will refill again. Hence request your Gyn to remove it in toto or refer to the Surgeon who can do it. I hope this answers your query. Please feel free to ask for further relevant queries. Also give feedback. Keep the area clean and dry. Apply dry sterile gauze.