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The line of skin just below my tailbone gets red and when water touches it, hurts like a knife. this happens every week or two. what is it?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Infection possible: While this could be a rash, it sounds like maybe you have a pilonidal cyst or abscess. If that is the case then you need to get seen by at least your family physician, who may or may not refer you to a general surgeon.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 6/23/2015

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A member asked:

The line of skin just below my tailbone gets red and when water touches it, hurts like a knife. this happens every week or two. what is it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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