The pilonidal sinus is a small opening or tunnel located in the crest at the top of the buttocks. If it gets infected, it causes pain and discomfort near the tailbone, with some people requiring abscess drainage or sinus removal.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Pilonidal cystectomy is the surgical removal of the pilonidal cyst.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As a matter of fact, the worst thing of pilonidal sinus is that it can be repeated after treatment including surgery.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the clinical images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your history and the picture (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it appears you have a pilonidal sinus with a granuloma.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A pilonidal sinus is more common among men who: 1. Have more hard body hair. 2. Have long working hours (sitting down). 3. Obese. Please do a Sinogram.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your question. It seems from the picture that you should be having severe pain (attachment removed to protect identity).
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your description, you could be suffering from a pilonidal sinus or cyst. Color of pus, yellow or white is not of great concern.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen both attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity). Unfortunately, this hole has reappeared.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.
Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.You have undergone surgery for pilonidal sinus before a year. Now you have some pimples on the same site. It can occur due to infection. Maintain local hygiene.
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
