A doctor examines the lump, checks how firm it is and asks how long it has been there and whether it has changed recently.
To treat it, professionals numb the skin, make a small cut, gently drain the cyst and lift out the sac in one piece so it does not grow back.
The wound is then cleaned and covered. Most people only need to keep it clean and dry for a few days and follow the doctor’s advice on dressings.
Gentle cleansing of the back, loose clothing and leaving lumps alone instead of squeezing them all reduce the risk of new cysts forming.
Breathe and let go, because help is close at hand. The videos below show back cysts being treated by professionals.
