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What Can Be Done For A Cyst At The Back Of The Head?
Hi, what can be done for a cyst at the back of the head (large lump under scalp that is not responding to antibiotic, and I was told too soon for lancing (because the area is hard and not soft to the touch). It is very painful and seems to be spreading to one side of my neck. I am applying a heating pad for some relief. Thank you kindly
Tue, 11 Feb 2014
Hello,
It could be a localised abscess or a carbuncle or a infected sebaceous cyst.
You must consult a surgeon for proper diagnosis and most likely either lancing or an excision depending upon the diagnosis.
You may take ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day for pain relief till you consult a surgeon.
Thanks
It could be a localised abscess or a carbuncle or a infected sebaceous cyst.
You must consult a surgeon for proper diagnosis and most likely either lancing or an excision depending upon the diagnosis.
You may take ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day for pain relief till you consult a surgeon.
Thanks
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