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I have pilonidal dimple or hole above my tailbone and its a little sore the spot feels like it has anesthesia. how long will it take to heal. no lump?

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Dr. Gloria Lopez answered

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Depends: Pilonidal disease that causes no symptoms does not need to be treated. Call your doctor if you notice any of the following around the pilonidal cyst: Drainage of pus, redness, swelling or tenderness. Antibiotics may be used if there is an infection spreading in the skin. Surgery to remove an abscess that returns.

Answered 8/21/2014

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A member asked:

I have pilonidal dimple or hole above my tailbone and its a little sore the spot feels like it has anesthesia. how long will it take to heal. no lump?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gloria Lopez answered

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