This Publication Is Searchable The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy Section 10. Dermatologic Disorders Chapter 116. A slow-growing benign cyst containing follicular, keratinous, and sebaceous material and frequently found on the scalp, ears, face, back, or scrotum. Secondary bacterial infection with abscess formation may occur.
Milia are minute superficial keratinous cysts, usually on the face or scrotum.
Treatment For cysts, a small incision may be made to evacuate the contents and remove the cyst wall with a curet or hemostat. Surgical excision is also effective. A large cyst frequently recurs unless the cyst wall is removed completely. All rights reserved.