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I had a pilonidal cyst that was drained a few weeks ago, its been over 2 weeks since i last had pain. now the wound site is a bit tender and swollen why?

Q: i had a pilonidal cyst that was drained a few weeks ago, its been over 2 weeks since i last had pain. now the wound site is a bit tender and swollen why?

: If cyst was drained and not removed, it is likely to have become reinfected. You may need to see a surgeon who will excise (remove) the cyst. Otherwise it is likely to return again and again

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Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

If cyst was drained and not removed, it is likely to have become reinfected. You may need to see a surgeon who will excise (remove) the cyst. Otherwise it is likely to return again and again

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/21/2021

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A member asked:

I had a pilonidal cyst that was drained a few weeks ago, its been over 2 weeks since i last had pain. now the wound site is a bit tender and swollen why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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