A cyst is a lump that forms under the skin. Cysts can become large and unsightly and can also be prone to infection so may need to be surgically removed.
A cyst is a lump that forms under the skin. Cysts can become large and unsightly and can also be prone to infection so may need to be surgically removed.
A skin cyst is a closed sac-like lump under the skin, usually filled with fluid, pus or other material like keratin. They're non-cancerous and generally slow-growing. Cysts can be removed during a consultation at one of my outpatient clinics.
Cysts are removed under local anaesthetic, administered with a needle, to ensure you have no feeling in the affected area. It should wear off after a few hours.
The cyst will be removed using a scalpal during a 30 minute consultation appointment. The site will be sewn up with dissolvable stitches and covered with simple surgical tape.
You can return to work the same day and shower the day after.
The size of the cyst will determine the size of the scar. The general rule is the scar will be half the length of the cyst
In terms of how your scars will heal and fade over time, everyone is different and the appearance will depend on skin tone, elasticity and how your skin heals.
All the stitches are dissovable and you can return to work the same day.
Simple dressings will be supplied if necessary.
You can shower the next day, just be careful of the wound site and pat the area dry.
You can return to the gym after a week.
A follow-up consultation will be arranged for around one to two weeks after surgery.
While most patients experience no significant complications, potential risks include:
Superficial infections may occur but are generally treatable with simple antibiotics.
Rare collections of blood under the skin may require surgical intervention and this will be done at no extra cost.
The size of the cyst will determine the size of the scar. The general rule is the scar will be half the length of the cyst. In terms of how your scars will heal and fade over time, everyone is different and the appearance will depend on skin tone, elasticity and how your skin heals.
Once you have developed one cyst you are at a higher risk of developing others. The typical recurrence rate for a cyst is 1-2%.
Cyst removal from the trunk or limbs costs from £750.
Cyst removal from the head or neck costs from £850.
Histology costs extra.
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