Cyst & Lipoma removal

Most of the time, cysts do not need to be removed because they usually aren’t harmful to your health. However, sometimes, cysts can grow and cause discomfort and pain. Depending on where the cyst is located, it can also cause embarrassment as well. So, for the majority of cysts, you should consider speaking to a dermatologist about removal.

No. There are several types of cysts that form on or under the skin. Let’s take a closer look at each type. 

1. Sebaceous cysts are the most common type of cyst that affects the skin. They form when a hair follicle is damaged or a duct becomes blocked, and fluid becomes trapped in a sac beneath the skin.
2. Epidermoid is another common type of cyst that is the result of an accumulation of keratin beneath the skin. These cysts often appear on the face, neck, head, and back, and are prone to infection.
3. Ganglion cysts differ from sebaceous and epidermoid cysts in that they mainly appear near joints and on tendons. They are filled with a jelly-like material and vary in size from tiny (pea-sized) to large (an inch in diameter or bigger).
4. Pilar cysts grow on the surface of the skin covering the scalp and can lead to hair loss in the area where the cyst is located. Pilar cysts feel like a solid knot under your hair and are prone to bursting.
5. Digital Mucous Cysts form at the base of fingernails and toenails and contain a thick, sticky fluid, which is the substance that lubricates joints. They usually look like a clear bubble and resemble blisters.

Sometimes, nothing will happen if you don’t get a cyst removal. They aren’t harmful to your health, so if they don’t bother you, they can remain just as they are. However, on occasion, a cyst will burst, which can create a more painful and challenging medical situation, especially if your cyst is infected. Fortunately, the removal of a cyst isn’t a difficult procedure, so we can take care of the issue before it has a chance to cause major complications.

Removing a cyst is a very straightforward procedure. Your Aura Dermatologist will mark the cyst that is to be removed and administer an anesthetic to the area to make the procedure more comfortable for you. A small incision will be made so that we can remove the fluid-filled sac from beneath the skin. We then close the incision with stitches, provide you with post-care instructions, and send you on your way.