Dynasty Dermatology is dedicated to providing individualized treatment plans to every skin care patient. We are aware that, despite their generally harmless nature, cysts can cause discomfort and self-consciousness. Our dermatologists are skilled in identifying and managing different kinds of cysts, guaranteeing their efficient removal and reducing the likelihood of their recurrence. Read on to learn more about cyst removal in Pasadena, CA.

What Are Cysts?

Cysts are sacs that develop underneath the skin surface and can fill with skin breakdown products, become irritated and inflamed, or explode. Cysts can occur due to the nature of the hair follicle, the structure of the surrounding glands that become blocked, excessive friction, or hereditary factors. Cysts may be classified into the following categories:

• Sebaceous or Epidermal Inclusion Cysts: These are small, firm lumps beneath the skin that frequently develop on the face, neck, or trunk when a pore begins to fill with skin debris.
• Pilar Cysts: These keratin-filled cysts are usually found on the scalp.
• Steatocystomas: Usually found on the chest, these benign cysts are filled with sebum, a yellowish substance.

Although cysts often don’t hurt, you might be able to tell one by touch. Usually, they roll easily under your skin and feel like a hard, smooth pea.

Cysts can burst or become inflammatory, despite their generally benign nature. There may be an infection risk here. Our skin care specialists should examine and treat your cyst, particularly if it suddenly becomes painful or gets bigger.

Safe, In-Office Treatments for Sebaceous, Epidermoid, and Acne Cysts

Cyst drainage or aspiration is a medical procedure to relieve the contents of the cyst. However, the cyst may recur if the entire sac is not removed under local anesthesia excision. Therefore, our experts at  Dynasty Dermatology often recommend complete cyst removal or excision to our patients. Complete excision is a 30-minute procedure but the location of the treatment area affects how long a cyst removal operation takes overall.

A cyst removal procedure requires the use of stitches. To make sure the cyst is benign, we then send it to the lab for analysis. If a cyst grows rapidly, rubs on clothing, causes discomfort, or triggers other concerns, these procedures may be covered by medical insurance.  Other less invasive options for treatment include a dilute cortisone injection, oral anti-inflammatory medication or antibiotics, and warm compresses.

Don’t let a cyst cause discomfort in your daily life. Contact Dynasty Dermatology today for safe cyst removal in Pasadena, CA.