Question 1

how do you know if you have a pilonidal cyst?

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Unusual at the of 46: Pilonidal l cyst usually appear in early adulthood, as infection , or painful pimple ( abscess) , or sinus draining pus or even hair protruding from it , located located at gluteal fold at loer end of spine. If you have pain swelling see your doctor

Question 2

i have a pilonidal cyst, what do you recommend?

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Initial treatment: Is local heat, antibiotics if necessary.  It might come to surgical drainage.  If it becomes a recurrent problem, you need to have definitive surgery.  Be prepared for about two months before complete healing, depending on extent of cyst or abscess.  Show it to a surgeon.

Question 3

can you exercise even if you have a pilonidal cyst?

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Yes: You may exercise with a pilonidal cyst as long as you keep the cyst covered with a bandage and you do not have fever, chills or excessive drainage.

Question 4

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

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

Question 5

i believe i have a pilonidal cyst but the hole is open but i feel the same symptoms should i be worried?

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Pilonidal cyst: I believe that a general surgeon is best qualified to evaluate,advise and treat you for this disorder in case drainage of the cyst is needed.

Question 6

what to do if i have a pilonidal cyst that would not drain.?

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Surgery: Removal is likely best option, particularly if previous infection, enlarging etc.

Question 7

about 3 or 4 yrs ago i found that i have a pilonidal cyst, should i have surgery soon?

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Pilonidal Cyst: If you have discomfort again, go and see a surgeon for it. They tend to come back. When small may disappear by themselves.
Complex or recurrent disease must be treated surgically. Procedures vary from unroofing the sinuses to excision and possible closure with flaps. Larger operations require longer healing times. If the wound is left open, it will require dressing or packing to keep it ok.

Question 8

must i call my doctor if i have a pilonidal cyst?

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Pilonidal cysts: Pilonidal cysts - the good the bad and the ugly
if they are enlarging painful or hurt, or if you have swelling red streaking fevers and chills then you may ride it out with hot compresses.  They usually come back. If you have any pain or signs of infection then you will talk with a doctor sooner or later, and sooner is easier for you in the long run!

Question 9

i might have a pilonidal cyst above my butt crack, help, i'm scared?

Accepted Answer

Pilonidal cyst: Dear enamu1, it is normal to be scared if you have something that may need to be treated surgically. Please go see a physician earlier rather than later, as the intervention might be much smaller now, compared to when you wait and the problem grows out of hand. Maybe antibiotics only can do to trick now, compared to a big surgery later. Best of luck!

Question 10

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

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