There are different types of pilonidal cyst surgery. One involves cutting the cyst to drain the fluid, while another involves removing the cyst completely. Depending on the surgery type, a person can ...

Do not try to pop or drain a cyst on your own. Cysts aren't necessarily a problem, but can become inflamed or infected. Often, the best way to remove a cyst is with surgery, since this can remove the ...

Surgical removal of an ovarian cyst may be necessary if a cyst is large, grows, or appears unusual in ultrasounds. Depending on the size and location, your surgeon may remove the cyst or an ovary.

Q: I have sebaceous cysts on my chest and back. A surgeon indicated that the cysts could be surgically removed, but that the procedure would leave a scar. I asked whether the procedure could be ...