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Sebaceous hyperplasia are small, benign yellow bumps with a white edge that commonly appear on the forehead or cheeks. Our experienced doctors and surgeons in London provide safe and effective removal using precise, minimally invasive techniques. Treatment is designed to eliminate the bumps while protecting surrounding healthy skin, restoring a smoother, clearer complexion with minimal downtime and natural-looking results.
| Description | Surgery Cost | Histology* Cost | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 sebaceous hyperplasia | from £345 | £95 | £440 |
| Larger/numerous lesions | POA | POA | POA |
The cost of consultation with our doctors is £75. This is redeemable against the cost of treatment carried out on the same day.
Prices are a guide to the costs and the exact price can only be determined once the doctor has examined you in person. Most Sebaceous Hyperplasia don’t need histology testing. However, in certain circumstances if the doctor thinks it is necessary, then they will discuss this with you and the related costs.
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Sebaceous hyperplasia commonly appear with age and can affect both men and women. The condition is actually caused by overactive sweat glands which cause yellow sebum (grease) to become trapped in the skin’s upper layers.
The most commonplace for sebaceous hyperplasia to appear is on the forehead or cheeks due to the prevalence of sweat glands in these areas.
They are commonly seen on patients from middle age onwards and tend to appear on the forehead, where the sebaceous glands are more active.
In addition to the development of yellowish cysts, sebaceous hyperplasia might also cause the blood vessels in the area to become more prominent, exaggerating the appearance of the sebaceous hyperplasia themselves.
Sebaceous hyperplasia can last a very long time if left untreated.
Dr Ross Perry at Cosmedics Skin Clinics based in London offers two treatment options which are both available on a ‘see and treat’ basis where the consultation and treatment are carried out in the same appointment, avoiding the need for a revisit:
Sebaceous hyperplasia is considered a cosmetic problem and therefore there is little treatment available on the NHS. That’s why many of our patients come to us for private treatment.
While sebaceous hyperplasia is not any medical risk, it is important to get a correct diagnosis before dismissing the problem altogether, as some sebaceous hyperplasia may be confused for a type of skin cancer known as basal cell carcinoma. If there are any concerns, it is important to get the lesion checked out. A GP should refer to the condition very quickly if it needs an expert diagnosis.
Sebaceous hyperplasia lesions tend to occur primarily on the face. The common sites are the forehead, cheeks, under the eyes, nose and chin.
No, sebaceous hyperplasia are completely harmless. However, the lesions can sometimes look like those that appear with basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer. With all skin lesions, if there is any concern that the problem might be cancerous, it’s best to get a proper diagnosis to rule out any concerns.
Chronic stress increases the secretion of adrenal androgens and this can results in sebaceous hyperplasia.
If your sebaceous hyperplasia is due to oily skin, then preparations to reduce oiliness might help to prevent further lesions appearing. Using a daily exfoliating wash might help here.
However, for existing sebaceous hyperplasia, there tends to be little progress achieved by using topical preparations.
Once they’ve formed, sebaceous hyperplasia tend to be quite stubborn and won’t go away on their own.
Sebaceous hyperplasia removal is carried out by Dr Ross Perry, founder of Cosmedics Skin Clinics. As a GP and NHS skin cancer reconstruction surgeon, he is highly experienced in diagnosis and removal of skin lesions of all types.
We use numbing creams and/or local anaesthetic to make the procedure pain-free throughout. You may have some discomfort or soreness when the anaesthetic wears off, but this can be managed using normal painkillers (paracetamol/ibuprofen).
The appearance of certain sebaceous hyperplasia may look very similar to basal cell carcinoma, a much more serious condition. If there is any doubt or concern, the lesion will be sent away for testing. Patients will be informed of the result as quickly as possible.
The vast majority of sebaceous hyperplasia are completely harmless, but we always err on the side of caution with regard to any testing.
Sebaceous hyperplasia treatment is available privately in all our London skin clinics.
Book a consultation online and choose an appointment to suit you.
Sebaceous hyperplasia tend to be seen more on middle-aged and older people.
Squeezing sebaceous hyperplasia is ineffective. You won’t extract anything from the bump. What’s more, there is the risk that they may become inflamed or bleed.
Cosmedics Skin Clinics was established in 2003 by Dr Ross Perry and has built up an enviable reputation over the last 20+ years for setting high standards of care and patient satisfaction within the professional skincare market.
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