What is a cyst? Will it go away on its own? See what beauticians say and find out everything at once
When cysts occur/Don't worry
Carefulness can solve it
What are the characteristics of cysts?
- Bumps or lumps on the skin
- You can feel a hard lump in the skin when you touch it
- Elastic texture, skin-colored or white in appearance
- The discharge is milky white and sometimes has a slightly foul odor
- Swelling, inflammation, pain, or redness
- Epidermal keratin accumulation
- Skin breakage, pus discharge, suppuration
- odor generation
How to prevent cysts from occurring?
- Avoid pressure on your skin:For example, don't wear tight clothing to reduce friction and pressure.
- For those with tattoos or piercings:Pay attention to follow-up care and hygiene to reduce the chance of developing eczema.
- Recommendations for people with oily skin: Strengthen cleansing to prevent oil from clogging pores and promote smooth keratin metabolism.
- Daily routine and diet:Maintaining a regular schedule and a balanced diet can help regulate endocrine and skin metabolism.
- Choose skin care products carefully:Choose skin care products that are refreshing and free of atherosclerotic ingredients, and avoid using overly moisturizing formulas.
- Sun exposure:Pay attention to sun protection and protection to avoid sunburn that causes skin damage and hair follicle blockage.
How are cysts formed?
Epidermal cyst (epidermal cyst, epidermoid cyst) is a common benign skin tumor caused by:
When the epidermal cells in the outermost layer of the skin accidentally run into the dermis and continue to grow, they will form a sac with epidermal cells attached inside, in which old keratin substances continue to accumulate and eventually become a tumor visible to the naked eye.
What causes cysts?
- Trauma, abrasions, and scrapes that damage the skin barrier
- Greasy diet, disordered work and rest schedule, smoking and other lifestyle habits
- Areas with high oil secretion: face, earlobes, behind the ears, neck, back, buttocks
- It is related to physical constitution, and some people are more likely to develop
- Excessive intake of high-fat foods may also be a triggering factor
How do cysts come about? Is it related to cleanliness?
The main reason for the formation of cysts (epidermoid cysts) is that the epidermal cells run into the dermis and continue to grow, forming a sac containing keratin. It is not simply caused by insufficient cleaning!
It can vary in size, from 0.5 cm to 2–3 cm. In the early stages, it looks like a small raised bump on the skin, which is usually painless and non-itchy, but sometimes has an odor.
If not treated or removed, cysts usually do not disappear on their own. Instead, they may gradually grow larger and even become infected and inflamed.
How do beauticians identify cysts?
As a beautician, I am particularly sensitive to "acne" and often encounter clients who cannot tell the difference between acne and cysts.
Although pimples are not dangerous diseases, if they occur on the face, it is still recommended to discuss with a doctor whether they need to be removed. However, there is a premise for this matter - removal may leave scars, which is a problem that every beauty-conscious person must think about.
So, if your cyst is hidden, invisible, and not growing, I would recommend that you just live with it. There is no need to rush to treat it unless it causes obvious trouble.
Perhaps my observation and experience are not worse than that of doctors, but we look at things from a different angle - I look at appearance and quality of life, not medical risks.
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