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What do you call a boil on your bottom?
Some boils on the tailbone are called Pilonidal (Pie-Low-Nye-Dal) Cysts or Abscesses.
What is a pilonidal abscess?
A pilonidal abscess, or pilonidal cyst, is an infection occurring near the intergluteal cleft. It's often caused by an ingrown hair.
Pilonidal cyst?
DefinitionA pilonidal cyst is a small pit, or dimpled area that can occur anywhere along the crease between the buttocks (sacral area).Alternative NamesSacral dimple; Pilonidal dimple; Pilonidal sinusConsiderationsMost pilonidal cysts are pits or small depressions that are present from birth. They may range from a small dimple to a deep tract with hair in or around it.There may be more than one pit present. Very rarely, the pilonidal cyst may reach the spinal cord.A pilonidal cyst may become infected, forming what is called a pilonidal abscess. This may require surgical drainage. If repeated infection occurs, surgery may be done to remove it.Common CausesThe cause of pilonidal cysts is not certain. These cysts may be congenital (present from birth). In some cases, they might be caused by hair growing into the skin. This may occur with excess body hair, tight clothing, or sitting for long periods of time.Home CareIt may be helpful to keep the area clean and dry and remove hair regularly to help prevent infection.Call your health care provider ifCall your health care provider if you notice swelling, redness, drainage, or tenderness around the pilonidal cyst.What to expect at your health care provider's officeYou will be asked for your medical history and given a physical examination. Sometimes you may be asked for the following information:Has there been any change in the appearance of the pilonidal cyst?Has there been any drainage from the dimple?Are any other symptoms developing?What other symptoms are also present?Is there any numbness or loss of movement in the legs?Has there been any change in bladder control?Most pilonidal cysts will not cause any symptoms and can be left alone. Rarely, tests may be done to determine if the pilonidal cyst extends to the spinal cord.ReferencesKlein MD, Thomas RP. Surgical conditions of the anus, rectum, and colon. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 341.Nelson H, Cima RR. Anus. In: Townsend CM Jr, Beauchamp RD, Evers BM, Mattox KL, eds. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 51.
What is the icd-9 code for abscessed pilonidal cyst?
685.0 Pilonidal cyst with abscess
How do you pronounce Frantzeskakis?
pilonidal
What is the cpt code for excision of abscessed pilonidal cyst?
CPT code 11772. Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated.
What is the cpt code for excision of abscessed pilonidal cyst complicated?
CPT code 11772. Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated.
Can a pilonidal sinus be harmless even if it is not infected?
A pilonidal sinus is a dimple that appears in the mid-line cleft at the level of the coccyx and is seen relatively frequently in infants. Overall, there is no evidence that a little pilonidal sinus provokes any problems for a young patient.
How is pilonidal pronounced?
Pie-lon-idol
Why is it necessary to have surgery for a pilonidal cyst?
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What are functional ovarian cysts?
The cysts that appear during the regular activity of the ovaries are called functional cysts.
I have a pilonidal cyst that is infected can this cause me to missmy period or make it late?
Generally speaking, a pilonidal cyst will not affect your period. It should be treated, however. The treatment for a pilonidal cyst usually involves draining it (sometimes under local anesthesia), then placing a drain. Your doctor is likely to prescribe antibiotics as well.
