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Pilonidal cyst
I had pilonidal abscess may be 10 years back or so. I had gone under surgery that time. Now I feel pain not fo far away from the area. I can sit properly without any pain but when I touch there it pains. My concern is that, 1)do I have the same problem, 2) do I have to do surgery again, 3) Is there any cure and why its happening again, 4) Is there any solution if its just a small cyst 5) And to whom I should consult.
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Its recurring again.. try to avoid long time sitting posture..
Can do some excercises to avoid recurring
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Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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pilonoidal has high chance of recurrence.
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consult for proper management
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Consultation with a surgeon is advisable
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General surgeon
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Dr. Priyanka Reddy
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5 yrs exp
Nellore
Consult general surgeon
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Dr. Rupal V Rana
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21 yrs exp
Mumbai
If there is pain , then probably it's an infection, you can take anti inflammatory medicines and antibiotics for 7 days and I think it will be cured, if the lump or swelling is still there then you will to get an fnac done.
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