How can I get rid of the cyst above my eye? (Photo)

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I've had a tiny little lump above my forever, it's never bothered me. Until recently after shaving my eyebrows it started to swell. I went to the doctor and she proscribed a topical cream, only I don't think it's working. Two days and no change. I'm a bit frustrated. Any advice. Thank you Anita

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

You definitely need to see an OCULOPLASTIC surgeon for evaluation. The lump could be a number of things and it could be infected. Topical medication will NOT help.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

At a minimum you should be examined by an ophthalmologist.  It is unlikely that a cream will resolve this.  You may have an inclusion cyst.  Ask your primary care physician for a referral.  Alternatively, Los Angeles County/Harbor UCLA Medical Center provides excellent medical care and has an ophthalmology service as well.

Steve Laverson, MD, FACS · Answer

OMG, Realself is a great site, but no substitute for visit to your doctor or plastic surgeon.  Diagnosis follows history, physical examination, and possibly diagnostic tests.  Photos help, but don't tell the entire story.  Best Wishes.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

You have some sort of a cyst in the lid which can be surgically excised.  You probably now have an infection in the cyst.  The cream you have will not help this.  You need to take some antibiotics.  Once the inflammation has decreased the lesion can be removed.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

who has experience in managing peri-ocular infections and inflammatory processes.  Steroid creams will do absolutely nothing for this.

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