How to treat sebaceous cysts?
Patient: I have a 5 cm sebaceous cyst (I assume) between my shoulder blades. It has flared up from a small painless lump to red and very painful in last 14 days. Can a sebacious cyst be drained by applying a warm herbal poultice or is it necesary to remove surgically (expensive, no insurance)? Doctor: Hello,  It is better to remove it by surgical excision. Natural remedies may not be effective. It a simple procedure and can be done under local anaesthesia.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain