Is Sebaceous Hyperplasia removal painful?

If you have pesky bumps on your face that just won't go away, it might be sebaceous hyperplasia. 

Sebaceous Hyperplasia is, in basic terms, overactive, overgrown sebaceous glands that no longer function properly so all the oil build up in the gland just sits there leaving you with a permanent bump.

I have been dealing with these unwanted bumps for many years, and was hesitant to have them removed because I was, 

1.) Afraid it would hurt, 

2.) I didn't know how long the healing process would take, 

3.) I didn't know whether it would leave scars, and

4.) I was concerned about the cost.

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I finally decided to roll the dice and had my sebaceous hyperplasia removed by a licensed dermatologist yesterday, and today I am here (tho barely) to answer the burning question you are asking (pun fully intended) -

Does it hurt to have sebaceous hyperplasia removed? 

Answer: YES! It really hurts to have sebaceous hyperplasia removed via Electrocautery. More like torture. Here's what happened to me:

*This answer is based on my experience with a licensed dermatologist using Electrocautery (which is basically an electric hot needle) which melts away and "destroys" the oil gland. There are other types of procedures that can be used, so the degree of pain or discomfort may vary. 

If you are looking for great products to help diminish the look of sebaceous hyperplasia:

I like Paula's Choice BHA 9 serum with 9% Salicylic Acid. Only put it where you need it (be careful with sensitive skin). 

I use it at night, every other night, on the bumps on my nose to help make them appear a bit smaller and smoother, and not on more sensitive areas of my face.

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More about the Author:

Shannon Sorensen is the CEO and Founder of Fairface, makers of the best washcloths for sensitive skin and rosacea, Fairface Washcloths.

She holds a Master's degree in Human Developmen, loves learning and sharing everything she knows about sensitive skin and rosacea care (having it herself) and stands as an advocate for those with rosacea and sensitive skin.