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Cyst near tailbone was diagnosed as a symptom for pilonidal. a surgery with stiches was done on the sinus. the cyst was left on its own as secondary healing. i was told to go back for another surgery if cyst doesn't heal and it hasn't. please guide?

Q: cyst near tailbone was diagnosed as a symptom for pilonidal. a surgery with stiches was done on the sinus. the cyst was left on its own as secondary healing. i was told to go back for another surgery if cyst doesn't heal and it hasn't. please guide?

: This sounds like normal treatment and the usual advice about this problem. No forum doctor can guide you on the details; continue to discuss with the doctor treating you. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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This sounds like normal treatment and the usual advice about this problem. No forum doctor can guide you on the details; continue to discuss with the doctor treating you. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 7/5/2021

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A member asked:

Cyst near tailbone was diagnosed as a symptom for pilonidal. a surgery with stiches was done on the sinus. the cyst was left on its own as secondary healing. i was told to go back for another surgery if cyst doesn't heal and it hasn't. please guide?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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