The wikipedia says, "Another common and effective method of treatment involves placement of a heat-pad directly on the cyst for about fifteen minutes per day, twice daily, for about 10 days (depending on size and location of the cyst). This method works by bringing the temperature of the wax-like material inside of the cyst to a temperature at which it melts and can be reabsorbed and processed by the body as a small amount of oily fluid."
Is this true? Has anyone tried this with success?
2007-04-05 05:41:43 · 4 answers · asked by andys627 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Hmmm... I guess it could. My doctor has told me in the past to take a hot bath- she said with the water "as hot as you can stand it."
2007-04-05 05:53:15 · answer #1 · answered by paperback_beedle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It might help; doesn't sound harmful. Just be careful with that heating pad. I wouldn't try this if the cyst is on your face.
2007-04-05 12:45:32 · answer #2 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of that method, but I suppose it would be worth a try. Usually they will go away on their own. However if it is quite large and bothersome a doctor can drain it for you. Good Luck
2007-04-05 12:46:04 · answer #3 · answered by kiya12bc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it will help empty the cyst =the cyst itself will not go away by itself=if you want it out ,see a Dr
2007-04-05 12:47:31 · answer #4 · answered by caffsans 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋