Sebaceous Cyst

Lafayette Parish – Baton Rouge and Lake Charles, Louisiana Dermatology and Medical Spa

What are sebaceous cysts?

A sebaceous cyst is a closed sac occurring just under the skin. You may feel the bumps or lumps under your skin. Keratin is a protein that creates the sac of cells called sebaceous cysts which may have a "pasty" or "cheesy" appearance and a foul odor.

What causes sebaceous cysts?

Sebaceous cysts are caused by blocked sebaceous glands, swollen hair follicles, and/or excessive testosterone production.

How are sebaceous cysts treated?

Surgical excision of a sebaceous cyst is a simple procedure to completely remove the sac and its contents. An infected cyst may require oral antibiotics or other treatment before excision.

a Jeuné Medical Spa is located within the office of Acadiana Dermatology. Visit our Medical Spa and Dermatology office located in Lafayette, Louisiana (LA).
Your Skin. Our Experts. Beautiful You! Christopher Hubbell, M.D.
Founder & Medical Director, a Jeuné and Acadiana Dermatology
Board Certified Dermatologist / Dermasurgeon Please ask about our complimentary VISIA Digital Complexion Analysis.