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Pilonidal cyst

2020-06-03 05:48:06
It might be pilonidal sinus but whatever it is, its healing and i am sure it is not getting worse. Negilible release of pus. I am also taking antibiotics. I  clean the wound everyday 2-3 time. Is surgery still necessary? HISTORY- a small hollow valley like formation with only a layer of skin, painful to press into. it been two months or so but then it develops a pimple like formation overnight on the same spot.
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Pilonidal sinus doesn't heal spontaneously. Antibiotics wouldn't play any role. Consult a general surgeon and go for surgery.

Answered2020-06-03 08:57:15

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Share the picture for clear picture. If pus is coming and also you are having fever then we can drain the pus but ultimate cure is surgery.
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Answered2020-06-03 06:07:44

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Many ways of handling the pilonidal sinus From laser to complex flap Antibiotics can buy some time
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Answered2020-06-03 13:13:10

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Best to get examined by good general surgeon ( Laser Surgeon).

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Need to examine to rule out other causes. If it is Pilonidal sinus the complete cure will be only surgery. Antibiotics will only buy time.

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