Unusual Eyelid Dermal Keratinous Cysts of Pilosebaceous Origin

February 2015 in “ Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery ”

Frederick A. Jakobiec, Anna M. Stagner, Suzanne K. Freitag, Michael K. Yoon

dermal keratinous cysts sebaceous duct cysts glands of Zeis eruptive vellus hair cysts keratinous epidermoid cysts Meibomian keratinous cysts

TLDR Two new types of eyelid cysts were identified, each with different treatment challenges.

The study described two previously unrecognized types of dermal keratinous cysts of the eyelids: sebaceous duct cysts from the glands of Zeis and multiple eruptive vellus hair cysts. Four patients were examined, with two having solitary sebaceous duct cysts and two having clusters of small papules. Histopathologic and immunohistochemical analyses revealed distinct characteristics for each type, differentiating them from common keratinous epidermoid cysts. Sebaceous duct cysts were treated effectively with local excision, while vellus hair cysts were more resistant to treatment. Both types were unrelated to deeper Meibomian keratinous cysts.

View this study on journals.lww.com →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Research cited in this study

2 / 2 results

research Bilateral Nevus Comedonicus of the Eyelids

7 citations, January 2013 in “Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery”

A 79-year-old man was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called nevus comedonicus on his eyelids.

research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: A Systematic Review

41 citations, October 2011 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”

Eruptive vellus hair cysts are a cosmetic skin condition, more common in young adults, with few effective treatments.

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 1000+ results

community Shiseido Dermal Sheath Cup (DSC) Hair Multiplication Is Finally in Japan (on July 1)

in Treatment 25 upvotes 5 months ago

Shiseido's Dermal Sheath Cup (DSC) Hair Multiplication treatment is now available in Japan. Users discuss the treatment's availability and cost.

community Hair cloning and injection of dermal papilla cells coming as soon as 2023

in Technology 120 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair cloning and injection of dermal papilla cells are discussed, with skepticism about their availability by 2023. Users mention Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants as current treatments.

community Innovative hair loss treatment can restore 90% of lost hair

in Research/Science 891 upvotes 3 months ago

A new hair loss treatment using dermal exosomes can restore up to 90% of lost hair in mice. Users discuss potential human trials and compare it to Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community The Big Fat Layer II

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss treatment should target dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT) to restore hair follicles. Potential remedies include tocopherol (vitamin E), botox, rosiglitazone, niacin, kojyl cinnamate esters, and ADP355.

community Protac degradation of the androgen receptor in mice shows good efficacy and no systemic drug could be found

in Research/Science 47 upvotes 1 year ago

The efficacy of degrading the androgen receptor through dermal application in DP cells, a delivery system for topical drugs that involves dissolving microneedles, and rosemary oil as an alternative anti-androgen.

community Novel effect of sildenafil (cialis) on hair growth

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 2 years ago

Sildenafil (Viagra) shows potential for hair growth by enhancing dermal papilla cell proliferation and stimulating perifollicular vessel formation. Users discuss the possibility of using Cialis (tadalafil) similarly, noting its benefits and side effects.

Related Research

1 / 1 results

research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: An Underdiagnosed Entity

2 citations, January 2022 in “International journal of trichology”

Eruptive vellus hair cysts are often missed in diagnoses.