A lipoma is slow-growing, benign growth of fat cells. It is contained in a thin, fibrous capsule and found right under the skin. A lipoma is typically not tender and …
A Pilar Cyst, aka a trichilemmal cyst, an isthmus-catagen cyst, or a “wen”, looks identical on examination to the more common epidermoid cyst, except that 90% of them occur on the scalp. They tend to be more mobile and firmer than epidermoid cysts, and are derived from a different part of the hair follicle/skin. The […]
I know Pops around the eyes make some of you a little squeamish BUT this one is too good not to show you! Enjoy some sweet relief today with some Hidrocystoma goodness What is a Hidrocystoma?? Hidrocystomas are benign cyst tumors that are derived from sweat glands. They commonly affect the eyelid, are usually asymptomatic, […]
This patient was so happy to be rid of his bump in the neck, now he can wear his collared shirts without any unwelcome guests peeking out. ✌🏼❤️💥 Lipomas are slow-growing, benign (non-cancerous) growths of fat cells. These cells are contained in a thin capsule that creates the appearance of a “bump” right under the […]
This lipoma was a little TOO cozy, so it was time for it to be removed! Lipomas are slow-growing, benign (non-cancerous) growths of fat cells. These cells are contained in a thin capsule that creates the appearance of a “bump” right under the skin. Lipomas are typically not tender, move around easily, and don’t require […]
Need some crepe paper? This cyst has quite the stash! Pilar cysts are kinda like a party – and this one brought it’s own streamers! A pilar cyst, also known as a trichilemmal or isthmus-catagen cyst, is a benign (non-life-threatening) growth that, upon examination, looks identical to the more common epidermoid cyst, except that 90% […]
Need some crepe paper? This cyst has quite the stash! Pilar cysts are kinda like a party – and this one brought it’s own streamers! A pilar cyst, also known as a …
Keloids occur most often on the earlobes, the chest, back, and upper arms. It is when scar tissue from an episode of “trauma” gets hyperexcited and grows beyond the bounds of the original wound. Usually a person knows when their keloid is active because it itches or is painful Treatment is difficult and recurrence is […]