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% …
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 […]
For medical education- NSFE. Had to just squeeze this cyst out because it was so superficial, but it’s important to remove the entire sac so that it won’t grow back. source
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 […]
This is just part one of a bigger story… This man came to see me asking me to get rid of this bald spot he had on his scalp which would ooze every now and then. The story he gave me didn’t point to any diagnosis with any certainty, so I knew removing this growth […]
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 […]
IF you would like to see Part 2 NOW, click on this link: https://www.drpimplepopper.com/that-third-cyst/ This is Dr Pimple Popper footage from the surgery.. two pilar cysts of three removed from the scalp This patient really had more than two cysts in these two areas. And look out for Part 2 of this video.. The last […]