A ganglion cyst is a noncancerous lump filled with a jelly-like fluid. Most are harmless but can be uncomfortable, particularly on the foot. They often disappear on their own, but pain relief, a ...

A pilonidal cyst is a sac filled with hair and skin debris that forms at the bottom of your tailbone. The recovery time after surgery depends on the procedure type and if you need stitches. In some ...

You should not try to remove a cyst on your own. Most cysts on the skin are harmless and resolve without treatment. But some cysts may require a medical diagnosis and treatment. Cysts are sacs that ...

‌Lumps that appear on the wrist are usually noncancerous. Most often, they are ganglion cysts. These fluid-filled sacs are not a threat to health. Doctors can remove them if they become painful or ...

Dear Dr. Douma: Over the past eight months, I have suffered from almost complete numbness in my right foot. On occasion, the problem goes slightly above my knee. I have seen four different medical ...