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Sebaceous cysts are non-cancerous (benign) bumps under the skin that are filled with semi – solid material. They are very common and mostly found on the scalp, face, neck and back, though can develop anywhere on skin except the palms of hands and the soles of feet. Homeopathic remedies for sebaceous cysts help in resolving cysts by discharging and clearing off the contents & gradually shrink and dissolve these cysts.
The term sebaceous cyst refers to either an epidermoid cyst which originates from the epidermis (top layer of the skin) or a pilar cyst that originate from the hair follicles.
As these cyst don’t originate from sebaceous glands and don’t contain sebum, So the term sebaceous cyst is inappropriate for them. The true sebaceous cysts are the ones that originate from sebaceous glands (glands in the skin having an opening in the hair follicle gland where it secrete oily matter known as sebum). These cyst contain sebum (an oily matter produced by sebaceous glands that aid lubrication of the hair and skin). They are very rare and are known as steatocystoma simplex.
Causes
The epidermoid cysts develop from the skin. The surface of the skin, known as the epidermis consists of thin layers of cells. These cells are constantly shed off. The epidermoid cysts develop from inward movement and trapping of skin cells and multiplying there in spite of moving out on the skin surface and shedding outside. They can also develop from any damage that causes cells on top of the skin to be implanted in the lower layer. They can follow irritation or injury to the skin too.
The true sebaceous cysts can form due to deformed, damage or blockage of the duct of the sebaceous gland (this duct act a passage from where the sebum / oil is able to leave). It can follow a trauma like a surgical wound or scratch on the skin.
Sometimes the cyst is linked to genetic conditions like Gardner’s syndrome (a rare genetic disorder in which there occurs multiple polyps in the colon i.e. large intestine along with some other tumours outside the colon. The other tumours outside the colon may include fibromas, epidermoid cyst, desmoid tumours, osteomas of skull).
In many cases no cause can be ruled out behind the sebaceous cyst.
Symptoms
They are felt as a lump under the skin. They grow very slowly, are harmless and usually do not cause any problem but can be uncomfortable and cosmetically look bad.
Though they can occur on any body part, they are more common on the scalp, face, neck, back, chest and ears. In males they commonly develop in scrotum and chest. They may contain fibrous tissue, fluids. They may also contain keratin (a strong protein present in the skin, nails and also teeth). Next they may be filled with somewhat viscous, serosanguineous fluid that contains pus and blood. The type of the contents of the cyst vary depending on if the cyst is infected or not.
The size can vary from a few mm to around 5 cm. These are round in shape and when touched these cyst feels smooth, mostly soft and movable. The small cyst are not painful and tender to touch. But when they are large they can be painful and cause pressure on the surrounding parts. They also become painful if they get infected, damaged or inflamed. When infected or inflamed the skin over the cyst becomes red, tender and sore. A thick, yellow, cheesy, bad smelling material may sometimes drain from the cyst. The cyst should not be scratched, pricked popped or squeezed to prevent chance of infection. These cysts are commonly found in the hairy areas of the body. In long standing cases the hair on the surface of skin above the cyst may be lost. Most times no complications occur in it. But sometimes few complications can arise. The first complication that can arise is its fixation if it extends deep in the body and connects to underlying tissue and forms a fixed lump that does not move. Next complication is infection (when bacteria gain entry in the cyst) resulting in abscess formation. Other complications include inflammation and rupture of the sebaceous cysts. Very rarely epidermoid cysts can lead to skin cancer.
Homeopathic Remedies for Sebaceous Cysts
Homeopathy carries a good scope to treat these cysts. There are numerous homeopathic medicines that can help in dissolving, shrinking these cysts. These medicines halt further growth and increase the size of these cysts. The results vary from case to case depending upon the size and duration of the cyst. The medicines for its treatment are of natural origin so they treat them in a very safe, mild, gentle way without any side effects. These medicines are very effective and may even subside the need of surgical intervention in many cases of cyst.
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Silicea
Silicea is a very effective homeopathic medicine for treating cases of different types of cysts including sebaceous cyst. It possesses a great ability to shrink and dissolve the cysts. It is also indicated for cases where infection has occurred with abscess formation. In such cases pus discharge is present. The pus is scanty. It has a bad smell. Its use is also recommended for sebaceous cyst on the scalp. Such cyst are smooth and appear shiny where this medicine is required.
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Baryta Carb
This is the next very beneficial medicine for treatment of various kind of cysts and tumours. It is most prominently indicated for cyst on the scalp. Scalp may be sensitive to touch in cases needing it. Apart from this it offers help in case of fatty tumours, swollen and hard indurated glands.
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Graphites
Graphites is yet another well-indicated medicine having a marked action on dissolving the cysts. Like Baryta Carb, it is also a significant medicine for treating sebaceous cyst on the scalp. For using it the cyst is large and smooth. Scalp is hairy. Itching and marked heat may be present on the scalp.
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Thuja
It is natural medicine prepared from fresh green twigs of plant Thuja occidentalis commonly known as Arbor Vitae. This plant belongs to family Coniferae. It is the next medicine in the list to treat many sorts of cyst and tumours. Firstly it is useful to treat sebaceous cyst. Next it is helpful to treat cyst in the breast and ovaries. Other than these it is an important medicine for spongy and fatty tumours.
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Hepar Sulph
Like medicine Silicea, this medicine possesses a great power to manage cases where infection has occurred and abscess has formed. In such cases it works well when there is pus discharge that can be blood stained also. With this there is throbbing or splinter like pain present in the infected site. The abscess is also tender and sensitive to touch. The skin overlying the abscess is inflamed and appears warm to touch.
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Kali Bromatum
It is also an important medicine for treating sebaceous cyst. Not only these cysts it also have a marked affinity to treat many other types of cyst and tumours. Among them ovarian cyst, fibroids and fatty tumours are the ones well treated with this medicine.
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Lobelia Inflata
It is prepared from plant puke weed either with fresh plant when in flower and seed or its dried leaves. This plant belongs to the family lobeliaceae. This medicine has a tendency to resolve most obstinate cysts on the scalp. It either makes the cyst dissolve gradually or resolves it by aiding the discharge of its contents.
Some Other Valuable Medicines
In addition to above some of the other important medicines indicated for treating sebaceous cysts include Conium, Phytolacca, Calcarea Carb, Agaricus and Spongia.
Good morning Dr Sharma,
I have a sebaceous cyst on the centre of my back between the shoulder blades ,
It has been growing in size slowly but has now become inflamed.
Last year I had the same but it drained and cleared due to the inflammation.
Please could you recommend a remedy?
With many thanks,
Tonia Gooderham
Hi Dr. Sharma,
How are you? Hope you are doing great. My son is 13th Year old and he got diagnosed with epidermoid cyst on his back of neck. I wanted to know is there any medicine you can recommend in homeopathic which can dislove or treat this cyst.
Thanks,
Ranjana Singh
I have face cyst last 3 months plz suggested best treatment
I have removed 2 sebaceous cyst from my back.
One more sebaceous cyst is on my abdomen.
Please suggest treatment
One sebaceous cyst is on my neck
Please suggest treatment
Sir H pathic ke kon se dawai 12 mm kidney cyst ko khatam kartyha.abi ma cystonett layreha hu
Hi there, thank you for this information
I have a huge sebaceous cyst on my neck and seeking a homeopathic remedy to cure it..
I’ve stopped having dairy, sugar and rubbing it with castor oil… it has been surgically removed but came back..
Sir iam manish kumar lots of cyst on my tesitcal more than 15 year if he break that white dicharge like lime which medicin in homepathy for cyst
Pls
I am a 70 yo male with a lifelong history of sebaceous cysts; even generationally from my mother’s side of the family; all of us are “large pored.” I have has cysts mostly on my neck, back and scalp.. Recently-within the the last 3 months – I had a small but annoying cyst on the right side of my lower lip. I had it lanced; Just recently I have developed -again- a small but annoying cyst on my right side upper eyelid, I try to soak it with warm-hot water. Stability but no progress. What would you recommend as an initial remedy and at what dosage?
I have an epidermal cyst on my right thigh. It was benign for three years but now it seems to have grown larger. It is around one inch in diameter. Please advise a treatment for this and what amount I should pay for the same. Thank you.
Hi Dr
1. I am 52y male with recently infected sebacious cyst(taking antibiotics) tender inflamed 2cm dia behind on my neck- 3 yrs
2. My psa is 5.7 , it was 4.4 a year back and prostrate size is 42cc .
3. on left foot round pain on being pressed by shoe 1cm synovial cyst on top on 3rd dorsal mtpj 1cm dia 10yrs.
Pls suggest homeopathic treatment for these.
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My husband has had sebaceous cysts on his back. They started when he lost his home & savings during the real estate crash around 2006 & he moved to an old, dirty home with highly chlorinated water. (When he was married to first wife, who died last year). He remodeled the home & sold it.
Some cysts are large & skin is reddened around them. Some cysts burst & emit foul smelling pus.
Sulphur 30c & 200c fit his symptoms . He took these a few times. Could you please help us figure out how to heal him? Thank you! Fran Coe
@Fran Coe, my husband has these also. A warm compress may help them open and drain. He needs to take the remedy twice a day everyday for eight weeks minimum. These cysts are tough to resolve even with administering compresses daily with regular dosing. Good luck.
I have sabeceous cyst on my right axilla.its small sometimes it’s painful but not much …it’s hard to touch…can you please suggest me medicine
I have an epidermoid cyst in right cp angle of about 3 cm.Is homeopathic medicines are helpful for such typ of cyst in brain.
I have cyst on my back and when I press I pain and I tried to Melt with hot water .I vegan diet skip dinner and servive on little food but millet and fruit .
Problem is cell phone radition
I use hours and feel pain in hand
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Hi Dr. Sharma,
I would like to get your advice on dealing with a cyst located on my face. It does not appear or feel infected however I did squeeze it a little inflaming the skin slightly. I have extracted keratin from the cyst on occasion but do not want to risk further irritation.
I am taking Calcarea Suphrica 30c along with applying hydrogen peroxide directly to the cyst a few times per day. Additionally, I am taking Colloidal Silver and Copper.
Thank you.
Best homeopathy medicine for epidermis cysts in testis in multiple no plz you can suggest best medicine
I have these testicular cysts for the past 2 to 3 decades now. Want these to be removed with homeopathic treatment.
Any remedies for conjunctival cysts? It’s a cyst on my literal eyeball.
Sincerely, Angela Young
Hello,
I have a couple of questions.
-is there a remedy that would resolve hip and lower back pain ?
-would there be a remedy for my dog for degenerative corneal issues? He has retinal degeneration, corneal endothelial degeneration.
Thank you!
A little – wheatgrain size dermoid cyst is at the top of little finger of my right hand .it pains.Dictor suggests to remove it by surgery.Can it be disolved by any home o medicine?
I have multiple balls or cysts in my scorotal region.. Increasing in number and size but no pain.. White in appearance. What homeopathy medicine should I take? Are these harmful? Can these be cured if I take the fixed doses?? Please answer me. The cysts are 15 years old
sir
Iam binder singh social wobler in mother Tressa house Kolkata there is one person having cyst on his whole body I want to help him pl guide