Medicare may cover the removal of sebaceous cysts, also known as epidermal, keratin, or epithelial cysts, if a healthcare professional deems the procedure medically necessary. Sebaceous cysts are ...

A pilonidal cyst is a sac filled with hair, skin, and other debris. It typically forms at the top of the buttocks, right between the cleft, which separates the two cheeks. You can get a pilonidal cyst ...

Frequent warm water soaks and OTC pain relievers may help you care for a Bartholin cyst at home. If pain worsens or you develop a fever, medical assistance is highly encouraged. The Bartholin glands — ...

Medicare covers sebaceous cyst removal when medically necessary. This includes cases where the cyst causes bleeding or pain, shows signs of inflammation or infection, or has recently gotten larger.

Q: I have been plagued with sebaceous cysts most of my adult life. It's the worst when summer comes and I want to spend more time at the beach. But with those awful cysts on my back, I'm always ...

Q: I am 19 years old and four years ago had surgery to remove a sebaceous cyst. Since then I've had numerous cysts that come and go. They're particularly embarrassing since they occur on my ear lobes ...