Sebaceous Cyst
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A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac beneath the skin that contains fatty material, generally slow-growing and painless. It usually appears on the scalp, the face, the neck, or the trunk.
Common features: a rounded, mobile bump beneath the skin, which may have a small central opening.
When to see a doctor? A review is advisable if the cyst grows, becomes red, hurts, or has drainage, which may indicate irritation or infection.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist evaluates this type of skin lesion and, in some cases, the general or plastic surgeon is involved. If you are concerned about a bump on the skin, it is best to have a professional examine it and clear up your doubts.
Data on 2,120 doctors who treat sebaceous cyst
Which specialist treats sebaceous cyst?
A sebaceous cyst can be treated by a plastic surgeon, a general surgeon, or a dermatologist, depending on size and location. A general practitioner can provide the initial evaluation, and an oncologist if malignancy is suspected. Find specialists.
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Doctors specialized in sebaceous cyst
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Frequently asked questions
What is sebaceous cyst?
A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac beneath the skin that contains fatty material, generally slow-growing and painless. It usually appears on the scalp, the face, the neck, or the trunk.
Which doctor treats sebaceous cyst?
A sebaceous cyst can be treated by a plastic surgeon, a general surgeon, or a dermatologist, depending on size and location. A general practitioner can provide the initial evaluation, and an oncologist if malignancy is suspected. Find specialists.