Incision of abscess, furuncle and milia cyst
What are abscesses and furuncles?
A limited accumulation of pus in the skin, which can affect any part of the skin, is called an abscess. Furuncles (boils) are skin abscesses caused by staphylococcus affecting hair follicles and the surrounding tissue. The most common signs are swelling and pain, and the diagnosis is made during the examination. Treatment is by incision and drainage.
What is milia cyst incision?
Milia incision is a simple incision of larger formations, except that these are very small operations and usually do not require suturing and sometimes can be treated with electrocautery.
How is surgical incision performed?
A surgical incision is made with the injection of a local anesthetic in case of some cystic changes or atheroma on the skin. A vertical incision is made and the change is removed in its entirety, and then the wound is surgically treated with suturing and sterile dressing.