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Sebaceous Cyst That Continuously Drains Blood And Pus, Foul Odor. Treatment Required?
I have what was labled a sebbaceous cyst , by my doctor, he did not prescribe me any meds, I had ait for the last two years and it had a black speck in the middle It was causing so much pain that finally it came to a head and I was able to drain it flat, but continues to swell until I continuously press it to drain it daily, and blood , and pus come out with the fould odor. should I go back to the doctor. ?
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Fri, 11 Jan 2013
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Hi dear sebaceous cyst is a chronic condition. It is very irritating as it keep discharging its content time to time. The only cure of this is surgical removal. This is a minor procedure and can be done within minutes by a dermatologist. So i advice u to meet a dermatologist. Thank u
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