Background: A lymphoepithelial cyst is a benign (non-cancerous) growth commonly found in the head and neck. They are less commonly found in other parts of the body. It is called “lymphoepithelial” because it is made up of two parts: lymphoid tissue and epithelial cells. What are the symptoms of a lymphoepithelial cyst? Most lymphoepithelial cysts …
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Cystic degeneration refers to a process where tissue undergoes changes that result in the formation of fluid-filled structures called cysts. This change develops when the tissue starts to break down or degenerate for various reasons. Cystic degeneration can be caused by several factors, depending on the tissue or organ involved: Aging: As tissues age, they …
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A cyst is an abnormal space surrounded by a thin wall of tissue. The space can be empty (filled with air) or it can be filled with another type of tissue such as blood, pus (dead immune cells), or skin. They can develop anywhere in the body but are very common in the ovaries and skin …
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