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Trichilemmal (Pilar) Cyst

皮肤科

Common symptoms

囊肿、头发分叉、搏动性肿块

The pathology of disease

Trichilemmal (pilar) cyst is benign subcutaneous keratin-filled cyst on scalp (90%), presenting with firm mobile nodule, often multiple, in middle-aged women. Treatment: surgical complete excision (including sac) to prevent recurrence; incision/drainage if infected; oral antibiotics for secondary infection; biopsy if growing rapidly/atypical to rule out proliferating trichilemmal tumor (rare malignant potential); follow-up dermatology/surgery.

Common Symptoms

Firm scalp nodule; keratin-filled; multiple; middle-aged women

Causes and Pathogenesis

Trichilemmal (outer root sheath) keratinization forms pilar cyst.

Treatment

Surgical excision; antibiotics if infected; biopsy if atypical

Preventive Measures

Avoid squeezing; scalp care.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology/General-surgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.