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I have a pilonidal sinus for months with two pits in the midline. yesterday i noticed other pit near the anus on the anal verge. is it possible?
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Pilonidal Cyst: The preferred technique for a first pilonidal cyst is incision and drainage of the cyst, removing the hair follicles and packing the cavity with gauze.
Answered 4/10/2016
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