Question 1

i did pilonidal cyst surgery 2 weeks ago . is that smoking weed  now could cause bad influence on my wound ?.  i use only antibiotics nowadays

Accepted Answer

Unlikeley: Using MJ now is unlikely to have a negative effect on your healing...but it won’t help, either.

Question 2

what to do if i have a pilonidal cyst, that doesn't bother me?

Accepted Answer

Pilonidal cyst: The answer is nothing - if you have made it into adulthood without an infection then you are doing well.

Question 3

several years ago i had a pilonidal cyst that had to be cut open and and drained. it healed and i didn't have any problems until about 2 years ago. at first it would bleed for a week stop for a few. now it bleeds almost daily?

Accepted Answer

: see your surgeon for eval and possible re-excision of the cyst.

Question 4

so, ive been having pain in my tailbone for a couple days now. i have previously had a pilonidal cyst about 2 years ago, and im scared that it could be that again. my chair doesnt have a lot of padding, feel like i sat wrong. anyone help me?

Accepted Answer

Could be pilonidal: Pilonidal cysts have a high incidence of recurrence. If you are overweight, losing weight is imperative. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation.
For info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pilonidal-cyst/symptoms-causes/syc-20376329
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Question 5

could i have a pilonidal cyst? i have a small, very painful and hard lump in my butt. you can't see it on the surface though.

Accepted Answer

Yes possible: yes there is possibility from your description that you have a pilonidal cyst  of course they could easily be confused with peri-anal abscess 
the treatment of either will be I&amp;D if the cyst is infected and turning to an abscess but if the cyst is not infected they can manage it with medication or elective surgery be aware elective surgery will leave with large open area in your butt that will tak

Question 6

just had stitches removed from a pilonidal cyst excision. the wound was not fully healed and one day later it won't stop bleeding. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Minor bleeding of various degree is expected at this stage of healing. All what you have to do is flush the wound for cleansing, paint it with betadine solution, and place 4x4 gauze with some pressure as long as having no bleeding tendency. This wound takes time to heal - as long as 1-3 months depending on its size and personal healing ability. Of course, ask your surgeon as needed.

Question 7

could pilonidal cyst hit nerve?

Accepted Answer

No: Pilonidal cysts occur between the buttocks below the coccyx near the anus. They can cause intense pain and burning but only local small nerves are in that area not big nerves.

Question 8

could i live with pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Pilonidal cysts can be painful, become infected, drain purulent fluid or blood. Thay can be treated with antibiotics when infected. They can be removed with surgery. Should you so choose, you can keep your pilonidal cyst and deal with any problems they cause you.

Question 9

can you pop your own pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes; not recommended: You can. It increases the chance of getting a worse infection and worse scarring after healing. See your doctor and let them help in your care.

Question 10

can you surgically remove a pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: There are several surgical approaches to pilonidal cyst removal. The classic approach left a large open wound which healed in over time; recurrence was lower, but wound care was a problem. Newer approaches focus on smaller wounds and primarily closed wounds. More extensive procedures with flaps are generally reserved in the us for more extensive or recurrent disease.

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I did pilonidal cyst surgery 2 weeks ago . is that smoking weed now could cause bad influence on my wound ?. i use only antibiotics nowadays

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What to do if i have a pilonidal cyst, that doesn't bother me?

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Several years ago i had a pilonidal cyst that had to be cut open and and drained. it healed and i didn't have any problems until about 2 years ago. at first it would bleed for a week stop for a few. now it bleeds almost daily?

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So, ive been having pain in my tailbone for a couple days now. i have previously had a pilonidal cyst about 2 years ago, and im scared that it could be that again. my chair doesnt have a lot of padding, feel like i sat wrong. anyone help me?

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Could i have a pilonidal cyst? i have a small, very painful and hard lump in my butt. you can't see it on the surface though.

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Just had stitches removed from a pilonidal cyst excision. the wound was not fully healed and one day later it won't stop bleeding. what can i do?

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Could pilonidal cyst hit nerve?

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