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I have a cyst on my nose and do not want a scar. Can you please tell me if getting a steroid shot is the way to go? (Photo)

laidafitJan 9, 2021
Had antibiotics which did nothing to reduce it. Plan on getting it cut out but want another option where the scar won’t be as big which is why I suggest drain it with small needle first, ( but will this give me a big hole in my nose ?

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This will leave a scar no matter what you do, pre treat the area before with vivatia foam and silagen gel, post treatment laser the area 3-6 weeks after treatment.  see link to emeragecosmetics.com where we do free skincare consults daily.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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Several types of cysts can be found on the head and neck, with one of the most common being an epidermal inclusion cyst. Given the nature of the cyst being related to the skin, an external incision is most common. Cysts can enlarge, so one way to mitigate the size of the scar is to address the...

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Based on my expertise of doing these on over 100 lesions with no scar I could only tell you to choose a doctor that actually knows and has experience in treating this particular condition.  

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