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How Can A Chronic Carbuncle On The Body Be Treated?
I have a large carbuncle with a tiny black head for approximately 15 years.It hurts sometimes,then I squeeze it and moderate amounts of white thick smelly substancecomes out.After a few months this same condition reappears.I am very frausterated.Please help me.
Tue, 9 Oct 2018
Hi,
As you describe, the lesion is called epidermoid cyst.
If it bothers you, it can be removed as cyst excision at your doctor office.
It is not problematic, so a complete excision will remove forever.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Suzana Zharri,
General & Family Physician
As you describe, the lesion is called epidermoid cyst.
If it bothers you, it can be removed as cyst excision at your doctor office.
It is not problematic, so a complete excision will remove forever.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Suzana Zharri,
General & Family Physician
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