I had two scalp cyst removed surgically. The stitches were removed a week after. How long after this should I wait before it's safe to do my hair (haircuts, color, or dying)? Thanks!
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Answer: When is it safe to go to hairdresser after cyst removal from scalp?
Denis L. Gonyon, Jr., MD (account suspended) says:
Hello and thank you for your question! I would recommend gently massaging the area of hardness and follow up with the surgeon who performed the procedure. It is normal for there to be firmness after a cyst removal but you should always speak with the doctor who seen you.As far as the redness...
Sebaceous cysts on the face are not typically treated with cortisone injections. If in fact you did have a sebaceous cyst then the proper treatment is surgical removal. It is unfair for anyone to comment on your specific case without having seen BEFORE photos or having examined you in person. T...
First, i expect few (zero?) other doctors on this site to ever respond to a post like this. I am sorry to hear about your result. Of course it is not possible for me to comment of what your cyst might have looked like before and what was required to remove it since I could not know those thing...