Cysts are basically a sort of closed sac that have a distinct membrane and division on the closest tissue. A cyst can contain fluids, air or any semi solid material. There are various reasons for cyst formation such as infection, tumor, obstruction to the fluid flow, Chronic inflammatory conditions or Genetic reasons might be the cause of cyst formation. To know about cysts in detail see the link below:
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