A pilonidal sinus is a small hole or tunnel in the natal cleft (the area between your buttocks), usually filled with fluid or pus, that causes a cyst or abscess. It typically forms in the cleft at the top of the buttocks and develops due to the burying of hair under the skin. The early stages of the disease may present as a small, dimple-like depression on the surface of the skin. However, once the depression becomes infected, it will quickly develop into a cyst (a closed sac filled with fluid) or an abscess (a swollen and inflamed tissue where pus collects). This condition commonly affects young adults, approximately 1 in 100 young men are diagnosed with this condition. Females are approximately 29% of Australian cases.
Commonly observed symptoms include:
The exact cause for pilonidal sinus is not known but the following factors are said to increase risk of the condition:
Preventive measures include:
Your GP or Dr Golani would be able to diagnose the condition by just examining the cyst or abscess.
Pilonidal sinus surgery typically involves the following steps:
Post-operative vacuum dressing for pilonidal sinus surgery involves:
It's important to follow the Dr Golani's instructions for wound care to promote healing and prevent complications. Follow-up visits are also crucial for monitoring the recovery process.
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