Infected cyst removal in Harrogate

Antibiotics are not always required. This is dependent upon the degree of the infection at the time of examination. Mild infections may be removed directly via excision. Active inflammation at the time of assessment may necessitate a short course of antibiotics prior to excision as this increases the surgeon's chances of completely removing the sac in one piece, which significantly reduces the risk of recurrence. The surgeon will discuss this with you at your consultation.

As long as the entire cyst sac is successfully removed, it will not grow again in the same location. The recurrence of cysts occurs due to the incomplete removal of the cyst. When the cyst becomes inflamed the cyst sac is more difficult to remove cleanly. Properly timing the surgery will greatly reduce the recurrence rate. If you notice a new lump growing in the same area post-surgery, please contact us and we will arrange for the surgeon to review it.

We can generally provide an initial assessment within 1 working day. If your discomfort is extreme and you do not wish to wait for a routine appointment, please call us directly at +44 1423 206388, as we can usually arrange phone appointments more quickly than submissions made through our website.

The actual procedure is performed while you are under local anaesthesia because of which you will not experience any pain once the area has numbed. The injection of local anesthesia into a tender, infected area may cause a slight discomfort but the surgeon will attempt to be as gentle as possible. The majority of our patients state that the procedure is substantially less painful than they anticipated.

No. You can contact Kliniken directly and book an assessment without needing a referral from your GP. Although discussing your cyst with your GP may provide some helpful background information, it is not a necessity.

Yes. A linear scar that is approximately the length of the cyst. Sutured wounds typically result in clean scars that fade relatively easily over three to six months. Open wounds resulting from a larger infected removal may result in slightly wider scars, however these will also fade with time. The surgeon will provide you with scar care guidance at your follow-up appointment. The majority of our patients report that the scar is much less noticeable than the original cyst.

If your cyst is not infected, then waiting may be an acceptable option. However, for an infected cyst, this is a much tougher decision. Waiting for your GP to refer you to the NHS will likely mean a longer waiting period for treatment. The NHS is often very slow to treat minor surgical issues, such as cysts. Since cysts are considered low priority by clinical standards, waiting periods may extend to months. Furthermore, many patients will suffer through two or even three further infections in that time. Private treatment allows for an immediate assessment by a named surgeon with a definitive plan in place from your first appointment. Additionally, you will not require a GP referral to visit Kliniken.

Excision will typically take anywhere from twenty to forty minutes depending on the size and location of the cyst. When adding the consultation with the surgeon on the day of the procedure and the discussion regarding aftercare, most patients are in and out of the clinic within sixty to seventy five minutes in total.

If you are experiencing redness radiating from the cyst or a fever or swelling rapidly increasing, please do not wait for a scheduled appointment. Contact your GP or seek emergency treatment. These symptoms could indicate an infection that is spreading and requires immediate attention. If you are unsure whether you are on the correct side of the line, please contact us and we will assist you in determining what to do next.

The price includes a surgeon consultation on the date of the procedure, excising the cyst, putting a dressing on and a follow up appointment to see how well you are healing and to remove the sutures as needed. There are no referral fees and there are no hidden charges. Depending on how big or how complicated your cyst is, the surgeon will talk to you about the price for your procedure before anything else can be scheduled.

It is rare for a completely removed cyst to recur. If you develop another lump in the same location as the original cyst, contact us immediately but do not assume that this is a recurrence. The surgeon will determine if the new lump is actually a recurrence, a small amount of the cyst remains or something entirely different. If so, they will provide guidance on what to do next. We do not send patients home after treatment without having a plan for their care. If you have an issue, let us know.