What is a dermoid cyst?
Dermoid cyst is a type of cyst that exists at the time of human birth. It is a bag -like pocket or cavity contained under the skin, characterized as tissues and structures that usually occur on the outside of the skin such as liquid, hair, skin and teeth. Dermoid cysts develop from a congenital defect that inhibits the ability of the skin layers to grow together while the fetus is in the womb. Cysts contain an epithelium, a component that helps skin oil, hair follicles, sebaceous and sweat glands develop and function. As the body grows, the cyst is followed by a suit, causing the collection of these tissues and cells to accumulate in the sacred structure.
Although technically present at the birth of a person, the dermoid cyst is not always visible during childhood. However, it will continue to grow gradually until it is visible, either during childhood or in early adulthood. Areas where dermoid cysts can occur, include the interior of the skull, face, neck, lower back AD in the ovaries. Regardless of the patient's age and the size of the dermoid cyst by the cyst nowas supposed to be tender if it was not damaged or cracked.
Individual symptoms differ between patients. In fact, it is not uncommon for dermoid cyst to be another health problem such as neck damage. Usually the dermoid cyst is painless. Its color can reflect the tone of human skin or be slightly colored yellow. The skin over the lump, as well as the lump itself, can be easily moved when touched.
The diagnosis of a physician is usually required before treatment. During the first phases of the diagnosis, a medical history of a person will be evaluated and a physical examination will be performed. If the cyst is placed on the head or neck, computed tomography (CAT) and magnetic resonance progress (MRI) will be subjected to determine how the cyst is in relation to the other heads and neck of the patient.
If the removal is necessary, surgery may be recommended. Removal of cystsIt is the least complicated procedure from the face and can be able to perform a doctor. If the dermoid cyst appears in a more rare area, such as in the brain, nasal cavities, ovaries or spinal cord, removal may require the patient to stay in the hospital. However, the results of recovery in even extremely sensitive areas such as spinal cord are very good.