A doctor looks at the lump closely and feels around it to see how large it is and whether there are signs of infection.
Professionals usually numb the area, make a small opening, drain what is inside and remove the cyst wall so it has less chance of coming back.
After treatment the area is covered with a dressing. Keeping it clean, avoiding tight sleeves for a few days and watching for spreading redness all help healing.
Showering after exercise, avoiding friction from straps and not picking at small bumps on the arms help prevent new cysts from forming.
Choose courage over comfort and get lumps checked early. The videos below show arm and shoulder cysts being treated by professionals.
