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What kind of doctor do i need to see to remove or fix the tailbone gland? i have already seen my doc. and she drained it but keeps coming back.
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A general surgeon: The surgeon can remove the entire gland completely rather than just removing the fluid.
Answered 8/14/2014
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General surgeon: If you're talking about a pilonidal cyst you can see a general surgeon.
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