Treatment for sebaceous cysts
Sebaceous cysts may resolve on their own, but tend to reappear. Treatment is not required unless it is the patient's preference. These cysts can be injected with medicine to reduce inflammation and prevent the need to drain them. Infected cysts, however, may need to be cut and drained by puncturing the top and removing its contents.
Large cysts can reappear after this procedure and may have to be surgically removed. If a cyst becomes swollen, tender, large, or infected, treatment may include antibiotics and then surgery.
