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Dermoid Cyst of the Nose: How To Treat It

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A dermoid cyst is the most frequent midline nasal tumor; it can be seen anywhere from the nasal tip to the glabella. It happens much like how body parts fuse together. They could be connected to a sinus or a hair follicle in the punctum. Before doing any operation, it is necessary to rule out an intracranial extension. When secondary infection, it may be present before birth or after the first ten years of life. It could be connected to other nasal abnormalities. Dermoid Cyst: At A Glance A dermoid cyst of the nose or nasal dermoid cysts are common congenital abnormalities that can manifest as a midline nasal bulge. Nasal dermoid cysts are often present at birth and frequently identified by age three. It is highly unusual for an adult patient to have an inadvertently discovered nasal dermoid cyst. What Are The Possible Symptoms Sometimes, nasal dermoid cysts are overlooked or misdiagnosed. On the tip of the nose, look for these warning signs: Reddish spot Small lump or pimple that per...