Question 1

can i feel psychologist pain?! all of my mind? i had pilonidal cyst a 5 years ago and i'm afraid to have again, so afraid that i think feel pain.

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Yes you can get help: Yes you will get pain if it recurs only . First let your doctor examine you to make sure did no recur , after 5 yrs unlikely to recur . If your doctors assurance is not helping you , don't hesitate to get professional help and counseling ( psychological ) to make your mind at ease .It is a very benign curable condition .

Question 2

hi i had a chiari malformation with removak off tonsils, i have a cyst coving my spinal cord right next to brain stem, i have severe crap pain today?

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That's not good.: Seriously, if the pain is acutely severe, or of sufficient intensity as to be debilitiating, please seek help now.

Question 3

going to the doctor tomorrow to see about this possible pilonidal cyst but right now i touched it and feel the puss inside. i don't want it to burst!

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You will have: Already seen the doctor by the time you read this, so good luck. Otherwise, i don't know what you're asking and there's nothing we can do for you over the internet. Soaking in warm water can help reduce the inflammation.

Question 4

pilonidal cyst- had it lanced & drain tube 1 year ago, has been recurring every 2-3 months since then! no ins so haven't been back to dr! very painful?

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This needs more: Aggressive treatment with your prior one having a high recurrence rate.  This needs to be fully excised or even better, fully excised and left open to close from the bottom out .Otherwise, this will continue to recur.

Question 5

i've had issues with pilonidal cyst, sinus. lately, though, haven't had pain and there's been little to no drainage from what i can tell; just two small dimples. itches some. should i see a doc? or just keep it clean, shaven, and not worry too much?

Accepted Answer

: It sounds you have an inactive non infected pilonidal cyst. Agree with normal cleansing during daily showers. I would not recommend shaving as a break in the skin could lead to infection. The Cust is from a hair follicle that didn’t migrate to the dermis/epidermis during your mother’s pregnancy with you. It has nothing to do with the normal hair growth from your skin. If flares see colorectal surg

Question 6

my pilonidal cyst won't stop bleeding, is there anything i can do until i can finally see my doctor?

Accepted Answer

Keep open: You actually want to keep the cyst open.  Premature closure can lead to abscess.  Unfortunately the area involved is sensitive.  Usually keeping this area covered with a "feminine napkin" will provide ample coverage until fully evaluated by your doctor.  Fever and increase bleeding warrants an er visit.

Question 7

i'm getting my 3rd  pilonidal cyst and i can't go to the doctor just yet persona reasons 
is there any over the counter medicine to help me with pain?

Accepted Answer

No you need: to see your doctor , you may have an access that has to be drained , just antibiotics  not enough . Most likely you have only drainage of pilonidal abscess  not definative surgery.

Question 8

my tailbone hurts, but i did nothing to bruise it. my sis had a pilonidal cyst before. but i don't have a bump. can this be a pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

Could be: No way to know unless takes a look see and examines the area of discomfort.  Your doctor can tell you more and if further testing were necessary or just watchful waiting perhaps with warm compress or mild analgesic for comfort if it's really bothering you.  Good luck.

Question 9

what to do about my pilonidal cyst if is grown bigger this year?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: If painful, may be time for surgical excision.

Question 10

chronic pain following pilonidal cyst removal (4th removal)?

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Back Again?: Pilonidal cysts can be difficult to treat and heal. I have seen many patients with several recurrences. It can be treated successfully. You may have yet another recurrence. You need need to see a surgeon associated with a wound care center for the proper care of  your situation.

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Can i feel psychologist pain?! all of my mind? i had pilonidal cyst a 5 years ago and i'm afraid to have again, so afraid that i think feel pain.

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Hi i had a chiari malformation with removak off tonsils, i have a cyst coving my spinal cord right next to brain stem, i have severe crap pain today?

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Going to the doctor tomorrow to see about this possible pilonidal cyst but right now i touched it and feel the puss inside. i don't want it to burst!

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Pilonidal cyst- had it lanced & drain tube 1 year ago, has been recurring every 2-3 months since then! no ins so haven't been back to dr! very painful?

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I've had issues with pilonidal cyst, sinus. lately, though, haven't had pain and there's been little to no drainage from what i can tell; just two small dimples. itches some. should i see a doc? or just keep it clean, shaven, and not worry too much?

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My pilonidal cyst won't stop bleeding, is there anything i can do until i can finally see my doctor?

A member asked:

I'm getting my 3rd pilonidal cyst and i can't go to the doctor just yet persona reasons is there any over the counter medicine to help me with pain?

A member asked:

My tailbone hurts, but i did nothing to bruise it. my sis had a pilonidal cyst before. but i don't have a bump. can this be a pilonidal cyst?

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What to do about my pilonidal cyst if is grown bigger this year?

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Chronic pain following pilonidal cyst removal (4th removal)?

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