The term sebaceous cyst refers to an epidermoid cyst, which originates from the skin, or a pilar cyst, which originates from hair follicles. A cyst is typically a slow-growing lump that can move easily under the skin.
Cysts, which are abnormalities in the body that may contain liquid or semi-liquid material, are quite common noncancerous cysts of the skin.
Most frequently discovered on the face, neck, or torso, sebaceous cysts are slow-growing and not life-threatening, but if left untreated, they may become uncomfortable.
Causes
The sebaceous gland, which produces sebum, the oil that coats the skin and hair, gives rise to sebaceous cysts.
Cysts can form if an injury to the area, typically a trauma, damages or obstructs the gland or its duct (the passage from which oil is able to exit).
Sebaceous cysts grow slowly, so the trauma may have taken place weeks or months prior to the cyst, and it could have been a scratch, a surgical wound, or a skin condition like acne.
Sebaceous cysts can also result from:
· Misshapen or deformed duct
Cellular harm caused by surgery
Genetic disorders like Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome and Gardner’s Syndrome
Symptoms
Large cysts can be uncomfortable or extremely painful; those on the face and neck may press on nearby tissues and cause discomfort. Small cysts are typically not painful.
Most cysts are soft to the touch and are filled with white flakes of keratin in this type of cyst.
Cysts commonly appear on the following body parts:
· Scalp
· Face
· Neck
· Back
If a sebaceous cyst exhibits any of the following traits, it may be unusual and even cancerous.
More than 5 cm in diameter
Rapid recurrence rate following removal
Infection-related symptoms like swelling, pain, or pus drainage
Diagnosis
To rule out other skin growths, you can sometimes perform a biopsy in addition to a straightforward physical examination of the skin.
Complications
After being surgically removed, sebaceous cysts have a rare chance of recurring and developing into uncomfortable abscesses.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
There are many effective medicines available in homoeopathy for treating sebaceous cysts, but the choice depends on the individuality of the patient, taking mental and physical health into account. Homoeopathy is currently a rapidly expanding system that is practiced throughout the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual by promoting inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical levels.
BARYTA CARBONICUM:Sebaceous cysts, particularly on the scalp, stitching pain in the sun, sensitive scalp, swelling and induration of the glands.
CALCAREA CARBONICUM:Sebaceous cysts on the scalp, profuse sweating on the scalp, suitability for obese and overweight people, chilliness patient, susceptible to colds, and cravings for eggs and indigestible foods.
HEPAR SULPHURICUM:Sebaceous cyst that is infected, causing pain and pus formation, sensitivity to touch, and an intolerable fear of being exposed.
GRAPHITES:Cysts on the scalp, itching and burning on the scalp, hair loss, and habitual constipation are all signs of sebaceous cysts, particularly for those who are prone to eczema and other skin conditions.
LOBELIA INFLATA:Sebaceous cysts, particularly those on the scalp, can be treated with this specific remedy.
THUJA OCCIDENTALIS:Only spongy, soft-fleshy excrescences on the covered parts of the body; extremely touch-sensitive skin.
SILICEA:Sebaceous cysts, particularly on the scalp, infected cysts with pus, offensive pus, delicate, pale, and waxy skin, and profuse, offensive sweat, particularly on the axilla, feet, and hands.
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