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I have an opening at the top of my bum just before the major opening it hurts and is itchy what could be the reason and how do i stop it?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

May be a: pilonidal cyst, abscess or ingrown hair- bget examined- may require drainage.

Dr Hegab agreed

Answered 8/30/2018

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A member asked:

I have an opening at the top of my bum just before the major opening it hurts and is itchy what could be the reason and how do i stop it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Hegab agreed

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