Medical dermatology · Minor surgery
Cyst & Lipoma Removal
Epidermoid cysts and lipomas are common benign lumps under the skin. Dermatologists remove them by minor surgical excision under local anaesthetic, aiming to take the whole cyst wall to prevent recurrence.
Overview
Specialist clinics list this as benign tumour excision (양성종양 적출술). Inflamed cysts may be calmed first.
At a glance
Procedure
Local anaesthetic, small incision, stitches.
Recovery
Stitches out in 7 to 14 days.
Insurance
Often covered when medically indicated.
Frequently asked questions
Will a cyst come back?
Not if the wall is fully removed.
Does it leave a scar?
A small linear scar.
Should a lump be checked?
Yes, especially if it grows quickly.
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Choose a specialist
Medical skin conditions need a dermatology specialist
Many Korean “skin clinics” focus on cosmetic procedures and may not treat skin disease. Board-certified dermatologists (피부과 전문의) are trained to diagnose and treat it, and medical dermatology is partly covered by Korea’s National Health Insurance. This page is general information, not medical advice.