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Medical Conditions - Epidermoid Cyst

An epidermoid cyst is a noncancerous lump that appears as small bumps under the skin. It is slow growing and painless, and sometimes a thick yellow smelly material may drain from the cyst. The epidermoid cyst can be avoided by not squeezing and placing a warm cloth around it. Surgical excision can be performed in complicated or severe cases to prevent a recurrence.

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Could my recurring hard rib lump be cancer?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thank you for expressing your concern. The most likely diagnosis is a recurring epidermoid cyst or a big keratin plug, not skin cancer.

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Dr. Ali Osman

Dr. Ali Osman

How do I manage a deeply embedded pimple affecting my eyes?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.The symptoms described are concerning, and the level of worry is completely understandable.

Answered By
Dr. Misha Saghir

Dr. Misha Saghir

How to treat a painful, persistent bump on the inner thigh?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I completely understand your concerns.

What tests examine a small lump at the back of the head?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.

What can be done for small solid swelling on the arm that looks like a cyst?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need some pictures to help you precisely. I cannot guess it by your description. Most probably, it might be an epidermoid cyst. Let me confirm when I see few pictures of it. Thank you.

Is the small lump below the nose a blackhead or an epidermoid cyst?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It does not look like a blackhead to me. I think it is an epidermoid cyst.

What is the tiny hole in my knee that produces stringy white discharge on squeezing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

What is the cause for the development of a pea-sized red tender lump on the skin?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please share few clear pictures of the lesion so that I can give a better opinion.

I have had a small bump on my skin near my hip which has not grown. What is it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It may be an epidermoid cyst. These are small lumps that develop under the skin and can present over the back, head, genitals, etc.

I developed a painless bump on my forehead after I started using Minoxidil. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Folliculitis is sometimes found to be related to Minoxidil use. In that patients sometimes develop bumps on the skin, which can be painful on touch.

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