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Nicklaus Children's Hospital (SX/BC off)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital
3100 S.W. 62nd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33155
(305) 666-6511 or toll-free 1-800-432-6837
Physician referral: 1-888-MCH-DOCS
Email: info@mch.com


What's a Cyst?

Cyst

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A cyst is a sac that is filled with air, liquid, or pus. Cysts can happen in different parts of the body. They can get infected and then hurt or swell. Some kids who have acne may have cysts in their skin.