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I have pilonidal cysts on tailbone (they recurred), and i've had a lot of drainage, which is fine. but it's caused an open wound just above the anus that bleeds sometimes when i pass stool. how to best close this new wound up?

Q: i have pilonidal cysts on tailbone (they recurred), and i've had a lot of drainage, which is fine. but it's caused an open wound just above the anus that bleeds sometimes when i pass stool. how to best close this new wound up?

: You likely need surgery for that complication so you should see a surgeon if you have not seen one in the past.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You likely need surgery for that complication so you should see a surgeon if you have not seen one in the past.

Dr Amico Sr and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/29/2022

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A member asked:

I have pilonidal cysts on tailbone (they recurred), and i've had a lot of drainage, which is fine. but it's caused an open wound just above the anus that bleeds sometimes when i pass stool. how to best close this new wound up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Amico Sr and another doctor agreed

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