Cysts

Found a new bump that's growing, tender, or just won't go away? We'll take a close look, confirm what it actually is, and talk through your options which range from watching it to removing it. That way you can stop wondering and start feeling comfortable in your skin again.
A cyst is a closed sac under the skin filled with fluid or semi-solid material. Most are benign (non-cancerous) and slow-growing, but they can become inflamed, infected, or uncomfortable, especially in areas that experience friction.
Most common skin cysts (like epidermoid or sebaceous cysts) form when skin cells or oil-producing glands become trapped beneath the surface. They can develop for no clear reason, though prior injury, acne, or clogged follicles can contribute and there is sometimes a family history of cysts.
Options range from simple monitoring for small, asymptomatic cysts to in-office drainage or surgical excision for cysts that are painful, infected, growing, or bothersome for cosmetic reasons. We'll walk you through what removal actually involves before you decide.
Come in if a bump is growing, painful, red, draining, or you're simply unsure what it is. Any lump that changes in size, shape, or color should always be evaluated to rule out anything more serious.