Disease Description: A small growth consisting of tissues of the outer layer of the skin

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Disease Symptom: Epidermoid cysts are sac-like cavities filled with a foul-smelling cheesy or doughy material that consists of sebum and epithelial debris, which may dry in the centre to form a horn. Partial hair loss may be seen on the skin overlying the cyst. Epidermoid cysts grow slowly and usually do not cause symptoms, but they may become inflamed or secondarily infected, resulting in pain and tenderness. In rare cases, basal cell carcinoma develops in epidermoid cysts, which is marked by rapid growth and bleeding.

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Treat Method: Treatment is surgical excision (cutting out). If an epidermoid cyst is infected, it is first drained and tested for bacterial contamination. If drainage fails to resolve the infection, antibiotics are usually started. Manual rupture of the cyst can result in intense inflammation. Total removal of the cyst is only performed once infection and inflammation have settled.

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