These cysts are considered congenital, meaning they are present at birth. While children are more likely to be diagnosed with them, they can become noticeable later in life if they are infected.

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5. Epidermoid Cyst Epidermoid cysts inside the belly button can become infected and rupture, causing a foul-smelling, thick, white or yellow discharge.

A Bartholin abscess is an infected and inflamed cyst that develops when a Bartholin’s gland becomes blocked and infected. This forms a painful, swollen lump filled with pus near the vaginal opening.

It may resemble a pit or small depression in the skin. According to the Pilonidal Support Alliance, 99% of the cysts are abscesses, which are pockets of infection underneath the skin.