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Hi :) i had surgery because of pilonidal cyst. im hairy genetically and i sit behind computer for long periods for work. any recommendations on what i can do to prevent this from happening again? shave? trim? or use ipl laser device at home? or..?

Q: hi :) i had surgery because of pilonidal cyst. im hairy genetically and i sit behind computer for long periods for work. any recommendations on what i can do to prevent this from happening again? shave? trim? or use ipl laser device at home? or..?

: Speak to your surgeon regarding what to use but discuss possible use of a donut cushion, and possible use of alternate day mupirocin to prevent infection as well as washing the area 2 -3 x a day ( wipe off with antibacterial wipes), and getting up every 30-45 minutes to decrease pressure.

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Speak to your surgeon regarding what to use but discuss possible use of a donut cushion, and possible use of alternate day mupirocin to prevent infection as well as washing the area 2 -3 x a day ( wipe off with antibacterial wipes), and getting up every 30-45 minutes to decrease pressure.

Answered 6/16/2021

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A member asked:

Hi :) i had surgery because of pilonidal cyst. im hairy genetically and i sit behind computer for long periods for work. any recommendations on what i can do to prevent this from happening again? shave? trim? or use ipl laser device at home? or..?

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