{"id":7541,"date":"2022-08-12T11:31:43","date_gmt":"2022-08-12T11:31:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/?p=7541"},"modified":"2022-08-12T11:31:43","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T11:31:43","slug":"what-are-sebaceous-cysts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/what-are-sebaceous-cysts\/","title":{"rendered":"What are Sebaceous Cysts?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>A sebaceous cyst is a white or yellow bump under the skin. Sebaceous cysts can be found anywhere on the body, most commonly on the face, the neck, or the torso.<\/p>\n

Sebaceous cysts occur when a sebaceous gland or its\u2019 duct becomes blocked due to minor trauma. They contain a liquid or semi-liquid substance called sebum.<\/p>\n

Cysts are typically harmless; however,\u00a0 if they become infected, they may become larger, tender, and turn red<\/span>.<\/p>\n

Treatment of a sebaceous cyst may not be necessary because many heal on their own.\u00a0If the cyst becomes large and tender, it may be necessary to have it drained by a medical professional. Never try to burst the cyst on your own as this may spread the infection and make it worse. A physician may have to prescribe an antibiotic and remove the cyst.<\/p>\n

Methods of excising the cyst include:<\/p>\n