Cyst Removal in Manchester
Book a consultation with a consultant plastic surgeon at Deansgate Hospital. Skin cysts assessed and removed under local anaesthetic as a day case — usually within days, not months.
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- £100 consultation with a consultant plastic surgeon
- Cyst removal from £650 — exact price confirmed at consultation
- Local anaesthetic day case, home the same day
- Removed whole, with the cyst wall, to reduce recurrence
- Appointments usually available within days
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Taken out properly, so it does not come back.
Most skin cysts are harmless, but they can grow, catch, become inflamed or simply bother you. The thing that matters is removing the cyst wall intact — squeeze or drain it and it usually returns.
Consultant-Led Removal
Your cyst is removed by a consultant plastic surgeon, not a nurse-led clinic. The cyst wall is taken out whole, which is what reduces the chance of it recurring, and the wound is closed to keep the scar fine.
A Boutique Private Hospital
Your appointment takes place at Deansgate Hospital, our CQC registered independent hospital in central Manchester — purpose-built treatment rooms, private space and a small, familiar team.
Seen and Treated Quickly
NHS removal of a benign cyst is increasingly restricted and waits can be long. Privately, assessment is usually available within days and removal shortly afterwards.
Meet your cyst removal surgeons
All three are on the GMC Specialist Register for plastic surgery. Choose the surgeon you would like to see, or let our patient team book you with whoever has the earliest appointment.
Miss Leila Touil
GMC Specialist Register · BAPRAS
Trained at the University of Leeds with higher specialty plastic surgery training in the North West, plus a competitive head and neck fellowship and a North West aesthetics fellowship.
Miss Jenny Goodenough
GMC Specialist Register · BAPRAS · BAAPS
A consultant plastic surgeon since 2017, combining advanced reconstructive expertise built in the NHS with a refined aesthetic approach. She also holds a substantive NHS consultant post at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Mr Bilal Rafique
GMC Specialist Register · BAPRAS · BAAPS Fellowship
UK-trained and specialising in cosmetic surgery of the breast, body and face. Completed competitive London microsurgical fellowships followed by a BAAPS-accredited aesthetic surgery fellowship. Consultant plastic surgeon at Salford NHS Trust.
Please note: the prices on this page apply to cyst removal with Miss Leila Touil, Miss Jenny Goodenough or Mr Bilal Rafique. Other surgeons at Deansgate Hospital are quoted separately.
Cyst removal at Deansgate Hospital
Assessment, removal and follow-up all happen in one place, a few minutes from Deansgate station in central Manchester.
Assessed and mapped before anything is done
Removed under local anaesthetic as a day case
Closed carefully to keep the scar fine
Your journey, step by step
Your Consultation
A £100 appointment with a consultant plastic surgeon to examine the cyst, confirm what it is, and explain exactly what removal involves.
Your Fixed Price
From £650, with the exact figure confirmed in writing once your surgeon has seen the cyst. Price rises with size, number and complexity — you will know before you commit.
Your Removal
Under local anaesthetic as a day case. The cyst is removed whole, with its wall, and the wound closed neatly. You walk in and walk out.
Your Aftercare
A review to check healing and remove any sutures at about a week, plus written aftercare advice and a direct number to call.
Clear pricing, confirmed at your consultation
Cyst removal starts from £650. The exact figure depends on the size of the cyst, how many you are having removed and how complex the site is — which is why it is confirmed once your surgeon has actually seen it.
Under local anaesthetic, as a day case
Consultation £100
- Consultant plastic surgeon fee
- Local anaesthetic
- Minor procedure suite at Deansgate Hospital
- Sutures and dressings
- Follow-up review and suture removal
- Written aftercare advice
Prices rise with the size, number and complexity of the cysts being removed. Your exact price is confirmed in writing at your consultation, before you commit to anything.
£100 with a consultant plastic surgeon
A proper assessment by the surgeon who would carry out the removal — not a phone triage. They examine the cyst, confirm what it is, explain the options and give you a firm price for your case.
Consultation fee payable at booking.
These prices apply to cyst removal with Miss Leila Touil, Miss Jenny Goodenough or Mr Bilal Rafique. Other surgeons at Deansgate Hospital are quoted separately.
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Your questions, answered honestly
How much does cyst removal cost in Manchester?
Cyst removal starts from £650. The exact price depends on the size of the cyst, how many are being removed and how complex the site is, and is confirmed in writing at your consultation before you commit to anything.
How much is the consultation?
£100 with a consultant plastic surgeon. That covers a proper examination, confirmation of what the lump actually is, a discussion of your options and a firm price for your case.
Is cyst removal done under local or general anaesthetic?
Local anaesthetic, as a day case. The area is completely numb, you are awake throughout, and you go home the same day.
Will the cyst come back?
Not if it is removed properly. The key is taking out the cyst wall intact — if a cyst is simply squeezed, drained or partially removed, it usually refills. That is why removal by a surgeon matters.
Will there be a scar?
Any removal leaves a fine line. Your surgeon plans the incision along natural skin lines and closes it carefully so it settles as inconspicuously as possible. Scars are pink at first and fade over several months.
Can you remove more than one cyst at the same appointment?
Usually yes, and it is generally more convenient and better value than separate visits. The price reflects the number being removed, and is confirmed at your consultation.
What is the recovery like?
Most people carry on as normal the same day. Keep the wound dry for 48 hours, avoid heavy exercise for a few days, and come back at about a week for a check and suture removal.
Do you remove cysts from the face?
Yes. Facial cysts need particular care over incision placement and closure, which is exactly why they are worth having removed by a consultant plastic surgeon rather than elsewhere.
How quickly can I be seen?
Appointments are usually available within days, with removal shortly afterwards. Complete the form on this page or call 0161 470 9280 and we will offer you the next available slots.
What is the difference between a cyst and a lipoma?
A cyst is a sac filled with keratin or sebaceous material, often with a small central punctum; a lipoma is a soft lump of fatty tissue beneath the skin. Both are benign and both can be removed under local anaesthetic — your specialist will confirm which you have. Read more about lipoma removal in Manchester →
Can I just squeeze or drain the cyst myself?
Please don’t — squeezing forces material deeper, often causes infection and inflammation, and makes eventual removal harder and the scar worse. Specialist excision removes the sac so it does not refill.
Is a cyst dangerous?
The cysts we remove are benign. Rarely, other lumps can mimic a cyst, which is why specialist assessment and histology matter — you get certainty as well as removal.
Will removal be covered by the NHS?
NHS treatment for benign cysts is rarely available on cosmetic or comfort grounds, which is why most patients choose quick private removal.
What if my cyst is currently infected?
An acutely inflamed cyst is usually settled first — sometimes with antibiotics or drainage — then formally excised once quiet, giving the neatest scar and lowest recurrence.
How soon can I shower and exercise?
Keep the wound dry for 48 hours, then shower normally. Avoid stretching the area and strenuous exercise for one to two weeks depending on the site.
Do you remove cysts on the scalp?
Yes — pilar cysts of the scalp are among the most common we treat. Hair is not shaved, and the fine scar hides within the hair.
Will I need stitches removed?
Depending on the site, stitches are either dissolvable or removed at a short follow-up visit after 7–14 days.
When can I go back to work?
Immediately for most jobs — cyst removal is a walk-in, walk-out procedure. Heavy manual work may need a few days depending on the site.
Clear, Comfortable |Skin
Cyst Removal at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester
At Deansgate Hospital, skin cysts are removed quickly and discreetly by experienced specialists at our CQC-registered private hospital in Manchester city centre. Whether your cyst is unsightly, uncomfortable, prone to infection or simply bothering you, removal is usually a short local anaesthetic procedure — with histology available on every lesion for complete peace of mind.
Skin Cyst Removal at Deansgate Hospital
What is a Skin Cyst?
Treatment Overview
A cyst is a sac beneath the skin filled with keratin or sebaceous material — most commonly an epidermoid or pilar cyst. Cysts are benign, but they can grow steadily, become inflamed or infected, discharge unpleasant material, or sit prominently on the scalp, face, neck or back. NHS treatment is rarely available for benign cysts, so private removal is the practical route for most patients. The key to preventing recurrence is removing the cyst with its complete sac wall — which is why specialist excision matters.
Fast, Specialist Care
Why have your cyst removed at Deansgate Hospital?
Your cyst is assessed and removed by experienced specialists with plastic surgical technique — fine suturing and scar-minimising closure, particularly important on the face and scalp. Appointments are usually available within days, removal takes 20–40 minutes under local anaesthetic, and every specimen can be sent for laboratory analysis. You drive home the same day.
Precise Removal
Your Cyst Removal Consultation
Your specialist will examine the cyst, confirm the diagnosis, and explain the procedure, the expected scar and aftercare — with a clear fixed quote before anything goes ahead.
Examination of the cyst and surrounding skin, discussion of the best removal approach, and a clear explanation of where the scar will sit and how it will fade.
Straightforward cysts can often be removed on the same day as your consultation, or at a short follow-up visit — the whole appointment typically takes under an hour.
To find out more about cyst removal in Manchester or to book an appointment, contact Deansgate Hospital on 0161 470 9280. You may also be interested in our keloid scar treatment and lipoma removal services.
Careful Technique
Your Cyst Removal Procedure
Cyst Removal At-a-Glance: local anaesthetic • 20–40 minutes • walk in, walk out • histology available • fine-line scar
- Anaesthetic: Local
- Procedure time: 20-40 minutes
- Length of stay: Outpatient
- Return to work: Immediately
How is Cyst Removal performed?
The area is numbed with local anaesthetic. Your specialist makes a small incision over the cyst, carefully dissects it free with its complete sac wall — the key to preventing recurrence — and closes the skin with fine sutures. The specimen can be sent for histological analysis, and you go home immediately afterwards with simple aftercare instructions.
What Types of Cysts Do We Remove?
We remove epidermoid (sebaceous) cysts, pilar cysts of the scalp, and cysts of the face, neck, back, chest and body — along with lipomas and skin tags. Inflamed or previously infected cysts are treated with a staged approach for the neatest result. If you are unsure what your lump is, our specialists will examine it and advise — any changing or unusual lump deserves prompt assessment.
RAPID APPOINTMENTS
Cyst Removal Results
Cyst removal leaves clear, comfortable skin with a fine-line scar that fades over months. Because the complete sac is removed, recurrence is uncommon — and histology confirms exactly what the lesion was.
Smooth Recovery
Cyst Removal Recovery and Aftercare
You can return to normal activities immediately after removal, keeping the area clean and dry as advised. Any stitches are removed or dissolve within 7–14 days, and the scar matures and fades over the following months. We provide full written aftercare guidance and are always at the end of the phone if you have questions.
Start Your Journey
Private Hospital Manchester
Our team of specialists are waiting to help you with your health and wellbeing journey. Begin your journey by completing the enquiry form and a member of team will contact you to provide you with more information. Our patient liaison will discuss your goals and guide you to find the right specialist and treatment. At Deansgate Hospital, we provide exceptional private healthcare in the heart of Manchester.
Book your cyst removal consultation in Manchester
A £100 consultation with a consultant plastic surgeon in central Manchester, a firm price for your case, and removal usually within days.
Deansgate Hospital · Manchester · CQC registered independent private hospital