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title: Sebaceous cyst | Push Doctor
description: A sebaceous cyst is a round, raised lump that develops on your skin and which contains a semi-liquid. In most cases, cysts usually go away on their own but larger ones may require surgery. You can book an online consultation with our doctors to discuss treatment and correctly diagnose the cyst.
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Medically reviewed by:

### Dr Dan Bunstone - Medical Officer

** Updated: **Aug 18, 2021**

** Next review: **Aug 18, 2022**

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** **

## What is a sebaceous cyst?

A sebaceous cyst is a round, raised lump that develops on your skin, which contains a semi-liquid, and often unpleasant smelling material.

This kind of cyst usually forms on your neck, scalp, face, back and chest, but they can develop anywhere on your body.

Your sebaceous glands produce an oil called sebum and this helps keep your skin and hair follicles healthy. The cysts form under the top layer of skin when the duct or gland becomes blocked or damaged, causing the raised lump.

Sebaceous cysts grow slowly, are not usually painful and are not life threatening, but they can be removed if they are causing you trouble, or if they’re unsightly.

These cysts can also become infected, so if it becomes inflamed, sore to touch and red, see a GP as soon as possible as antibiotics at an early stage can prevent the cyst from becoming an abscess.

** **

## What are the symptoms of a sebaceous cyst?

The symptoms of a sebaceous cyst may vary slightly from person to person, but most they are often not painful and relatively small, smooth in appearance and soft to touch.

However, some can grow quite big and become painful. They can also develop in places which may irritate you - for example, on your neck, which can rub against shirt collars or catch on necklaces. If this is the case, speak to a GP about the treatment options available.

Sometimes, when infected, pus inside may drain out, and this can be foul-smelling.

People with all types of skin can develop a sebaceous cyst, so don’t be afraid to seek medical advice if you develop these symptoms.

** **

## Sebaceous cyst causes

As we mentioned above, your sebaceous glands produce an oil called sebum, which coats your skin and hair follicles to help them stay lubricated and healthy. The cysts form under the top layer of skin when these ducts or glands becomes blocked or damaged.

This can be as a result of a scratch or a skin condition like acne, or if the hair follicle becomes swollen for another reason. Cysts may also be hereditary, so if someone in your family has had one in the past, you may be more likely to develop one.

** **

## When should you see a GP?

The good news is that in most cases, the cyst will be nothing to worry about. However, it can usually be diagnosed through an examination of the affected area if you are worried.

You should also speak to a doctor if:

- It cannot be moved around when you touch it
- It is three centimetres or larger in diameter
- It is showing signs of infection, including redness, tenderness and feeling warm to touch.
- If you’ve had a cyst removed and it returns

In rare circumstances, you may be referred to a specialist for a more thorough examination, or for tests, to check for signs of any other underlying conditions.

** **

## Sebaceous cyst treatment

If a cyst is causing you problems then the best way of treating it is to have it surgically removed. This is a straightforward procedure carried out under local anaesthetic. They do not always need to be removed for medical reasons and instead are most often removed for cosmetic purposes. If it is not causing you any problems, you can probably just leave it alone.

If it is showing signs of infection, treatment will be needed. This may be with antibiotics, or if an abscess has formed it may need to be drained.

** **

## Other types of cysts

It is quite common for an epidermoid cyst to be mistaken as a sebaceous cyst, but these are different. Epidermoid cysts form when skin cells don’t shed and instead move deeper in your skin and multiply. They feel much harder and are smaller than sebaceous cysts.

If you have a cyst that has formed on a hair follicle on your scalp, this may be a pilar cyst. Pilar cysts used to be described a sebaceous cyst but it has since been concluded that they do not contain sebaceous fluid, as they develop at the bottom of a hair follicle. They can, however, be removed in the same way.

** **

## What should you do if you have a cyst?

If you have a cyst of any type, then it is a good idea to speak to a doctor. They will be able to correctly diagnose the type of cyst that you have and recommend whether further action needs to be taken.

If left alone, the cyst may grow, become uncomfortable or require surgery.

At Push Doctor, you can see a GP online on your laptop, tablet or smartphone. You can do this from home, work or while you are on the go. The video consultation will allow the doctor to see the cyst, so you may want to undertake this in a privacy, depending upon where your cyst is located.

The doctor will listen to your symptoms, ask about your medical history and offer an appropriate treatment or referral if needed.

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Every one of our doctors is registered with the General Medical Council and can be found on the NHS National Performers List, so you know you are only ever receiving the best possible care and advice.

They are experienced in treating a wide range of conditions, and can help with almost everything your regular GP could in a physical surgery. You can meet some of our doctors [here](https://www.pushdoctor.co.uk/meet-our-doctors).

Push Doctor also has an in-house Medical team, who support our doctors day in, day out, and enable our doctors to do what they do best. They are also responsible for the ongoing training and development of doctors on our platform.

**

### **CQC regulated

The [Care Quality Commission (CQC)](https://www.cqc.org.uk/) is the independent regulator of health and social care in England.

They are the foremost authority in our industry, assessing health providers' ability to provide people with safe, effective, compassionate and high-quality care – be they offline or online doctors.

Push Doctor is registered with the CQC under the name 'Push Dr Limited', with the registration number [1-5345986073](https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5345986073).

Our most recent inspection took place in May 2019, concluding that the service we provide is safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led – gaining a 'Good' rating overall. You can read the report in full on [our CQC profile](https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5345986073).

**

### **Same day prescriptions

Our NHS-trained GPs can, if appropriate, issue prescriptions online following a consultation. Once your consultation is complete, our team will search for the closest pharmacy to you which has your medication available. We'll then send you a text when your prescription is ready to collect.

To collect your medication, simply hear to the nominated pharmacy to collect and pay for your prescription. You will need to take a valid form of ID to show the pharmacist when you arrive. This process is almost always done within the same day of your consultation.

**

### **Instant fit (sick) notes

Our GPs can send a sick/fit note directly to you if necessary following an online consultation. These can be sent directly by email or first-class post.

Fit notes include recommendations about how and when you'll be able to return to work or education, or whether you're able to return to work with amended duties (e.g no heavy lifting or reduced hours). They can also contain detailed advice about managing your medical issue in the workplace.

**

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