How to Treat an Infected Sebaceous Cyst

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How to Treat an Infected Sebaceous Cyst
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Know About Sebaceous Cyst
Know About Sebaceous Cyst
The sebaceous glands are the sweat glands in our
body. Sebaceous cyst appears as a bump underneath
the skin. Usually the sebaceous cyst develops
suddenly and they will go away without any
treatment. These cysts are also known as
Epidermoid cyst or keratin cyst.
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Causes of Sebaceous Cysts

• Blocked Sebaceous or sweet glands.
• Excessive production of the male hormone
  testosterone.
• Swelling of hair follicles.
• Increased production of sweat or sebum.
• Trauma to the skin.
• Overexposure to sunlight.

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Symptoms Of Sebaceous Cyst

• Bumps which are painless appear under the skin.
• Redness of the skin in the affected area.
• Soreness of skin.
• The skin in the infected area becomes warm.
• The pungent smelling oily material gets
  collected in the cyst.

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When to See a Doctor
Sebaceous cysts that don't go away on their own
may require a doctor's intervention. Consult your
physician if any of the following apply

• The cyst grows large.
• The cyst becomes heavy.
• The cyst is painful.

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Try Natural Remedies First
Fortunately, sebaceous cysts are more annoying
than dangerous, and trying natural remedies and
lifestyle changes is often all it takes to
relieve symptoms. However, keep in mind that a
natural cure for sebaceous cysts may not work all
the time some cysts don't respond to natural
cures and require conventional treatment.
If you have a sebaceous cyst and it's not causing
you pain or discomfort, try using moist heat,
herbal supplements, homeopathic remedies, and/or
lifestyle changes before resorting to surgical
procedures to see if they resolve your problem.
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