Patient's question:
The groin is swollen with a large lump, and it hurts to walk.Doctor's answer:
If the cyst gradually grows, affects daily life, or recurs with frequent abscess formation, parotid cystostomy can be performed. This method is simple, minimally invasive, and preserves glandular function. However, the stoma should be large enough, and drainage tubes should be placed postoperatively. Daily irrigation with hydrogen peroxide or 2% povidone-iodine once for 3 to 4 times is recommended to prevent postoperative adhesion and closure, leading to recurrent cyst formation. Once an abscess forms, it should be incised and drained.