Cyst
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 7, 2024.
A cyst is a round, firm lump found almost anywhere on your body. Cysts may grow slowly but are usually not cancer.
DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Return to the emergency department if:
- You have a fever.
- The area around your cyst becomes swollen, red, and painful.
- Your cyst continues to drain for 2 days after you start antibiotics.
Call your doctor if:
- You continue to have pain, even after treatment.
- Your cyst returns or gets larger.
- Your limb that has the cyst gets weak, numb, stiff, or unstable.
- You have questions or concerns about your condition or care.
Medicines:
You may need any of the following:
- NSAIDs , such as ibuprofen, help decrease swelling, pain, and fever. NSAIDs can cause stomach bleeding or kidney problems in certain people. If you take blood thinner medicine, always ask your healthcare provider if NSAIDs are safe for you. Always read the medicine label and follow directions.
- For women, birth control pills may help control your monthly cycle, prevent ovarian cysts, or cause them to shrink.
- Steroid medicine may be injected into the cyst to decrease inflammation.
- Antibiotics may be given to treat or prevent a bacterial infection.
- Take your medicine as directed. Contact your healthcare provider if you think your medicine is not helping or if you have side effects. Tell your provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Keep a list of the medicines, vitamins, and herbs you take. Include the amounts, and when and why you take them. Bring the list or the pill bottles to follow-up visits. Carry your medicine list with you in case of an emergency.
Care for your wound as directed:
If you have had your cyst drained or removed, care for your wound as directed. Carefully wash the wound with soap and water. Dry the area and put on new, clean bandages as directed. Change your bandages when they get wet or dirty.
Follow up with your doctor as directed:
Your wound may need to be checked if your cyst was removed in the emergency department. You may need to see a surgeon if your cyst could not be removed. Write down your questions so you remember to ask during your visits.
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