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How To Treat For Sebaceous Cyst Behind The Ear?
a sebaceous cyst behind the ear. infected. PA seen wouldn't lance it....prescribed Rx of antibiotic. Seems to be coming to a head. Used some ichethimol ointment this am. neck swollen below area...painful to touch. 36...good health...had one other sebaceous cyst before thta was lanced open.
Tue, 23 Feb 2016
Hi,
There might be having infected sebaceous cyst.
There can be relief with antibiotic medicine but there are all chances of recurring so it is advisable to get it excised with complete removal of sac.
Consult surgeon and take his opinion.
Ok and take care.
There might be having infected sebaceous cyst.
There can be relief with antibiotic medicine but there are all chances of recurring so it is advisable to get it excised with complete removal of sac.
Consult surgeon and take his opinion.
Ok and take care.
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