Question 1

i hav pilonidal cyst for past an year but didnot went to dr.. its not painful? shal i b concerned? is it dang. to let it b? itcauses a foul smell too

Accepted Answer

Need treatment: A pilonidal cyst is a growth near the anus which can become infected with an abscess formation.  These never go away, and typically become more symptomatic over time.  Surgical evaluation by a general surgeon or colorectal surgeon is most appropriate

Question 2

infected pilonidal cyst? shaved my crack and now have symptoms likes leakage, a lot moisture around crack and anus. and a bad smell while sit/walk!

Accepted Answer

You need to see: A surgeon. Tour symptoms are secondary to an abscess which is spontaneously draining. You need an exam to see if you either need an incision and drainage or just antibiotics. For the time being soak your bottom in warm water and cover with a dry gauze.

Question 3

plz help ! my bum used to sweat so i shaved it now it's worse and smells bad ! could it be pilonidal cyst do to ingrown hair?! it's differ when i sit.

Accepted Answer

Not likely: A piloniidal cyst unless you have a history of painful red swollen lump in the area. Most likely a skin reaction and skin damage from shaving. See a doctor for an exam.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

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.

Question 8

whats the best way to treat a pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

: 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 9

how do you know if you have a pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

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 10

how do i stop a pilonidal cyst from returning?

Accepted Answer

Surgery: Consult a general surgeon as surgery is required to fully remove a pilonidal cyst and its sinus tracts. It is a somewhat complex procedure that requires weeks to fully heal,but if the incision has to remain open, healing may take months.

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I hav pilonidal cyst for past an year but didnot went to dr.. its not painful? shal i b concerned? is it dang. to let it b? itcauses a foul smell too

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Infected pilonidal cyst? shaved my crack and now have symptoms likes leakage, a lot moisture around crack and anus. and a bad smell while sit/walk!

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Plz help ! my bum used to sweat so i shaved it now it's worse and smells bad ! could it be pilonidal cyst do to ingrown hair?! it's differ when i sit.

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