Can Cysts Go Away Without Surgery? Here’s the Truth
4 months ago
Are there non-surgical treatments for sebaceous cysts, like drainage or topical medications? How effective are these compared to surgical removal, and do cysts often come back after non-surgical treatment?
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Non-surgical treatments for sebaceous cysts are limited and generally less effective than surgical removal.
Incision and drainage can temporarily relieve discomfort or infection but usually does not remove the cyst wall, so the cyst often comes back. Topical antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications help only if the cyst is infected or inflamed and do not remove it.
Surgical excision is the most reliable method, as it removes the entire cyst and minimizes recurrence.
Non-surgical approaches provide temporary relief but have a higher chance of the cyst returning.
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