Cysts, abscesses and lipomas all have one common feature: they cause a lump or bump on the skin. All three are very common and I literally remove a hundred or more lipomas and sebaceous cysts a year.

A cyst is a closed pocket of tissue that contains fluid or debris. Cysts can form anywhere on the body. Their texture varies depending on the material that has become trapped inside the pocket. A cyst ...

Ingrown hairs can cause a cyst, which is a fluid-filled lump. Home remedies and medical treatments may help manage an ingrown hair cyst. An ingrown hair occurs when the hair grows downward instead of ...

Popping a sebaceous cyst at home by yourself could increase your risk for inflammation, infection, and discomfort. In short, this is a cyst your doctor is better off removing. Keep reading to find out ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD Key Takeaways A pilonidal cyst is a painful lump located at the base of the spine at the top of the buttocks.Symptoms can include a painful lump, discharge, and ...