Sebaceous cysts, also known as epidermoid cysts, can be very painful and cause considerable discomfort. Cysts occur when cells in the top layers of your skin become trapped deeper down. While trapped, these cells produce keratin, which gets trapped and forms a lump. As they grow slowly and gradually they are only painful and noticeable when they’re full size and are pointed out by other people, visible in photographs or the shower.
The good news is that cysts can be removed. As you normally can’t get the treatment through the NHS, you may wonder how much cyst removal costs.
When it comes to the cost of cyst removal, several factors are taken into consideration. Most crucially is the seriousness and size of the sebaceous cyst. It is best to seek a consultation, but, as a guideline, the cost of removing cysts varies from £450 for very minor cases to £1,250 for major cases.
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How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Sebaceous Cyst in The UK?
Well, the price will vary. It depends on where you go for your sebaceous cyst removal, as the geographical region plays a part just as much as the size and seriousness of the growth as noted above.
For example, some places in the UK charge less than we do at Linia Skin Clinic, while others charge more.
To widen it out a bit and offer an even more generous price range for sebaceous cyst removal it would be fair to say it could be anything from £250 to £810.
How Much Does It Cost to Drain a Sebaceous Cyst?
One of the cheapest forms of treatment for a sebaceous cyst is to simply have it drained. You can often expect to pay a very low price for this treatment.
However, before you rush out and have this done, you need to weigh up the long-term cost.
Although it may feel like a nice alternative to more drastic measures and is one offered by many professional clinics as a quick fix, it is not considered by many experts to be particularly effective.
Often what happens is that once the cyst has been drained, because it has not been properly and fully removed, it will just refill again. Other removal options are proven to be more permanent.
Is Cyst Removal Expensive (and Is It Worth It)?
Generally speaking, this will very much come down to a matter of personal preference and perception. Cyst removal procedures are among the most affordable cosmetic and skin treatments.
For some people, though, it may still feel like a lot of money to spend on just removing harmless cysts.
For sebaceous cysts that are benign and not causing any problems – that is, they are not painful and in an inconspicuous part of your body, it may be worth saving your money and not having it removed.
However, if your sebaceous cyst is in a more conspicuous area and/or is causing serious pain or discomfort, it may be worth investing in having a qualified surgeon remove it.
Is Sebaceous Cyst Removal Available on The NHS?
This depends on the facilities your GP has, as you would normally see your doctor for problems like cysts. There are some out there that offer cyst removal and have surgical equipment in their practice.
However, you will find that the best most GPs can offer for dealing with cysts is a course of antibiotics or they may refer you to a skin specialist.
If the cyst is benign and poses no threat, you are unlikely to be offered a removal treatment on the NHS and would therefore have to look at getting it done privately.
How Much Does Cyst Removal Cost Abroad?
Travelling abroad to countries like Turkey and Tunisia to have procedures done like sebaceous cyst removals is a growing trend that is only getting more popular.
It’s not hard to see why, because in answer to the above question, while we can’t give you an exact price, we have seen and heard of practices and clinics in Turkey offering up to 75% off the price you’d normally pay in the UK.
When you consider the fact that many clinics and practices over there offer package deals that allow you to not only save money on the cosmetic, skin, or surgical procedure you want, like cyst removal, but you also get the chance to have a mini holiday in a nice location.
It means you get to kill two birds with one stone.
We understand just how enticing that could seem, but it is important to think beyond the low price quotes when deciding whether you should go abroad for cyst removals or other treatments.
Often if something seems too good to be true, it usually is.
And that’s how you should see cosmetic and skin treatments abroad.
Although they are available for lower prices, you need to be cautious as surgeries and practices abroad do not have the same regulations that they have to follow.
Even if there are regulations in place, you need to be aware that these are not always monitored and enforced. Furthermore, what if there are complications after you return home?
It’s not so easy to get proper aftercare over the phone or when you are many hundreds of miles away. Would you want to risk it?
Summary
So, if you have a sebaceous cyst that you are wondering whether or not you should have removed, we hope we have provided you with enough information to make a more informed decision.
Cyst removal cost may be something you don’t even need to spend if your cyst is benign and not in a noticeable area.
However, if you feel you can’t live to have an unattractive and uncomfortable or even painful cyst on your skin, wherever it is, cyst removal surgery is a procedure that you should give some serious consideration to.
While it may seem more expensive to have a cyst removed in the UK, if you want to make sure you are safe and have good aftercare, it is best to invest in the higher cost of domestic surgery rather than going abroad.
Want an accurate and customised cost to remove your cyst? Our experienced and friendly dermatologists will talk you through your options. Come and see us for a consultation in our London, Harley Street Skin Clinic.
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