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Anon - Did you discuss treatment options with your doctor? You'll find a lot of information on our pilibudal cyst page: https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/pilonidal-cyst
Some people chose to just ignore these. Others use home remedies, while others seek medical intervention.
Home Treatment
As with all localized infections under the skin, hot water soaks will draw out the infection. This will not completely cure the condition, but it will help.
Incision and Drainage
The abscess is sliced, the pus drained, and the wound is packed with sterile gauze. This helps it heal from the inside out. But this usually does not cure the problem because abnormal tissue remains.
Excision
To completely cure the condition, all affected tissue needs to be removed. This is a more extensive surgical procedure than simple incision and drainage. The surgical wound may be closed with sutures or left open to heal from the inside.
Laser Hair Removal
There are recent reports that laser hair removal in the area may be effective treatment for pilonidal cysts.
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Anon - Did you discuss treatment options with your doctor? You'll find a lot of information on our pilibudal cyst page: https://www.empowher.com/media/reference/pilonidal-cyst
Some people chose to just ignore these. Others use home remedies, while others seek medical intervention.
Home Treatment
As with all localized infections under the skin, hot water soaks will draw out the infection. This will not completely cure the condition, but it will help.
Incision and Drainage
The abscess is sliced, the pus drained, and the wound is packed with sterile gauze. This helps it heal from the inside out. But this usually does not cure the problem because abnormal tissue remains.
Excision
To completely cure the condition, all affected tissue needs to be removed. This is a more extensive surgical procedure than simple incision and drainage. The surgical wound may be closed with sutures or left open to heal from the inside.
Laser Hair Removal
There are recent reports that laser hair removal in the area may be effective treatment for pilonidal cysts.
August 6, 2010 - 4:54pmThis Comment
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