Question 1

what treats pilonidal cyst ?

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Shaving, surgery: Uncomplicated cysts can often be managed with shaving the area. Dislodged hairs that work into the cyst cause the infection. Of course, some folks who aren't hairy have pilonidal cysts. If local swelling and pain occurs, infection is likely. Antibiotics can often treat the acute symptoms unless there is a frank abscess- that needs drainage. Recurrent symptoms usually require resection of the cyst.

Question 2

whats the best way to treat a pilonidal cyst?

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: First drainage surgery if it's infected. Surgery is performed to definitively remove the cyst. A general surgeon can evaluate and advise you best.

Question 3

how to treat a pilonidal cyst?

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Depends on severity: A pilonidal cyst is a cyst or abscess near or on the upper portion of the cleft of the buttocks that often contains hair and/or dead skin.  Treatment may include antibiotic therapy, hot compresses and sitz baths.  In more severe cases, the cyst/abscess may need to be opened or surgically removed.

Question 4

can a pilonidal cyst only be treated/lanced when it comes to a head?

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: If it's infected,yes. A pilonidal cyst.can be surgically removed.but not while infected. A general surgeon can evaluate &amp; advise you.

Question 5

hello, how to treat or what cream can treat swollen pilonidal cyst?

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: These are not treated with creams. Please discuss with your primary care doctor.

Question 6

healing with open pilonidal wound. surgeon seems happy with healing but today mentioned a bit of "tracking". what is this and how is it treated? thx

Accepted Answer

Tracking: may be referring to extension of the cyst or abscess into surrounding tissues. Treatment depend on the severity of the extension: either prescription medicine or additional surgery. Please consult your treating physician.

Question 7

i have pilonidal sinus. how can i treat it hurbally and without a doctor or surgery? i am also an md but don't want any surgery.

Accepted Answer

Pilonidal Sinus: Unfortunately, the only way to completely remove a pilonidal sinus is by having surgery. Without surgery to remove it, the pilonidal cyst and sinus carry a risk of repeated infections and abscess formation.

Question 8

does topical antibiotic cream help treat a mild pilodinal cyst?

Accepted Answer

No: If this is really a pilonidal cyst, it needs to be incised and drained and washed out.  There are foreign objects inside the cyst (usually ingrown hairs) which are a nidus for infection.  Creams will not treat this.  You need to see a doctor who can properly diagnose the pilonidal cyst.  Often they have complex pathways (tracks) which may require the services of a general surgeon.

Question 9

what is pulmonia is that treatable?

Accepted Answer

Pneumonia: Bacterial and fungal pneumonias are treatable but primary viral pneumonias are often resistant to treatments like antibiotics or antiviral medications.

Question 10

is anxiety treatable?

Accepted Answer

: Yes it is both treatable with medication and psychotherapy. There good medications that are non-additive that treat anxiety and have made significant difference in many people's lives. Psychotherapy can also help you will behavioral tools that help with anxiety. Best to see your doctor and discuss.

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