A 77-year-old Caucasian man presents with an epidermoid cyst on his scalp, in the left parietal area. He tells you he has had the cyst for many years and it always seemed to remain the same. He is ...

Popping a sebaceous cyst at home by yourself could increase your risk for inflammation, infection, and discomfort. In short, this is a cyst your doctor is better off removing. Keep reading to find out ...

An epidermoid cyst is a lump under the skin. Epidermoid cysts usually do not require treatment, unless a person wants to have them removed due to cosmetic reasons, or if the cyst becomes infected.

It is best to avoid popping a cyst as this can increase the risk of infection. However, various home remedies may help a cyst to heal on its own. Medical treatments may also be an option in some cases ...

A nevus sebaceous is a rare birthmark present on the face, neck, forehead, or scalp. Most are benign and unchanged through life, but some may develop tumors. A nevus sebaceous is a rare type of ...

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What Are Sores on the Scalp? Sores on your head or scalp can hurt and may be embarrassing if others can see them. You might feel them while you’re brushing or combing your hair, or just running your ...

Dr. Sandra Lee (a.k.a Dr. Pimple Popper) posted a new YouTube video on Sunday featuring a man with a pilar cyst. It's a type of cyst that grows almost exclusively on the scalp. This particular patient ...