The cyst is a closed sac-like structure that fills with semi-solid, gaseous, or liquid material. The sebum is formed when sebum accumulates, the oily substance that allows the skin and hair to remain hydrated. Typically, it develops on the face, neck, back and rarely in the genital area; although it grows slowly and is not painful, it can create discomfort and embarrassment. You can contact your doctor to remove it with specific treatments or use home remedies to help it heal and make it disappear.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Medical Treatments
Step 1. See if it is inflamed and irritated
Most sebaceous cysts are painless and require no medical attention. but if it starts to get irritated or inflamed, you need to go to the doctor and have it removed safely.
- Check for a small black dot in the center of the cyst; this growth can also be red, inflamed and painful to the touch.
- You may also notice thick, yellowish, and sometimes foul-smelling fluid coming out of the cyst when you press it.
Step 2. Have it examined by your doctor
If you think it is infected, you must let the doctor observe it, avoid touching or draining it on your own initiative at home.
If you try to get the liquid out at home, you increase the risk of it reforming, as you cannot completely get rid of the pouch on your own; you may also increase the chances of an infection developing and scarring of the surrounding area
Step 3. Let your doctor drain it
This is a fairly simple procedure that you can perform in your office; first apply a local anesthetic, so that the procedure is painless.
- Subsequently, he makes a small incision on the imperfection, to drain the internal liquid by "squeezing" it. "Squeezing" the cyst means that it applies a little pressure to push the fluid out, which may be yellowish, cheese-like and have an unpleasant odor.
- The doctor may also remove the walls of the cyst to prevent it from forming again. This is a type of surgery considered minor and, depending on the size of the cyst, it may be necessary to put some stitches once the membrane of the cyst itself has been removed.
- Usually, it is necessary to remove the growth when an acute infection is present to avoid recurrence.
Step 4. Make sure the area around the surgery site does not become infected
Your doctor should give you all the instructions to properly treat the surrounding skin, so that it does not become contaminated and remains clean; they might put a bandage on to help the wound heal properly and instruct you to apply over-the-counter ointments and dress the area.
Method 2 of 2: Home Treatments
Step 1. Apply essential oils to the cyst
Some have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can reduce swelling and the likelihood of infection, although there is no firm evidence to date.
- You can put the oils directly on the cyst or dilute them with castor oil. If you choose this second option, use three parts of the essential one with seven parts of castor oil. Those particularly useful for reducing the size of the cyst are tea tree oil, ginger, garlic and frankincense.
- Apply a small amount of essential oils four times a day using a cotton ball or Q-tip. Cover the cyst with a small bandage after applying the product; If the size of the growth does not reduce within a week or two or you notice signs of inflammation and pain, call your doctor.
Step 2. Use aloe vera
Plants with astringent properties such as aloe are useful for extracting keratin, sebum and other fluids from the pouch.
After spreading the gel, rinse the skin with warm water; repeat the treatment 3-4 times a day. Alternatively, you can use castor oil in the same way, 3-4 times a day
Step 3. Apply witch hazel
Use a cotton swab or a cotton swab and spread the product on the growth 3-4 times a day.
Step 4. Make apple cider vinegar compresses to dry the sebaceous cyst
If you have sensitive skin, dilute it with an equal amount of water; again, repeat the treatment 3-4 times a day.
Step 5. Use the dried root of greater burdock to extract the proteins from the bag
Mix half a teaspoon of the root powder with a tablespoon of honey and spread the mixture directly on the affected area 3-4 times a day.
Step 6. Use chamomile tea
The herbal tea of this plant is known to promote healing; you can soak a sachet of chamomile in water and place it directly on the cyst 3-4 times a day.
Step 7. Give the sanguinaria a try
This plant is used in traditional Native American medicine to treat dermatological ailments, including cysts. Mix a pinch of powdered sanguinaria with two tablespoons of castor oil and apply the mixture to the affected skin using a cotton swab.
Use only a small amount of plant matter, making sure the skin is not cut or torn; do not ingest the sanguinaria and do not use it near the eyes, mouth or genitals
Step 8. Put on a warm compress
Use a clean towel dipped in warm water and place it on the cyst. Leave it on for 10 minutes and repeat the treatment at least 4 times a day.
- You can wet the cloth with chamomile tea or a mixture of one part water and one part of herbal tea left to infuse for 10 minutes before placing it on the cyst.
- Alternatively, dip the towel in diluted apple cider vinegar (one part vinegar and one part of boiled water) and apply it to the area to be treated.
Advice
- If the cyst is on an eyelid or in the genital area, you should always call your doctor to discuss professional and home treatments with him.
- If the growth does not improve within 5-7 days or appears to be infected, call your doctor. in the latter case, try to keep her clean and protected until you can go to her office. Continue applying home remedies, but be careful not to squeeze or damage the growth. wash your hands thoroughly before applying any product to the area.
