A member asked:

I'm getting my 3rd pilonidal cyst and i can't go to the doctor just yet persona reasons is there any over the counter medicine to help me with pain?

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No you need: to see your doctor , you may have an access that has to be drained , just antibiotics not enough . Most likely you have only drainage of pilonidal abscess not definative surgery.

Answered 5/7/2015

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Not really: Pain can be controlled with naprosyn (naproxen) or ibuprofen in combination with acetaminophen. The pain however is likely to be a sign of deep infection, and masking it could make it worse. I would recommend seeing a colorectal or general surgeon with experience and interest in treating this troublesome malady. Hope this helps!.

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