Pilonidal Sinus
A small hole or tunnel in the skin at the top of the buttocks, where they divide (the cleft). It does not always cause symptoms and only needs to be treated if it becomes infected.
Symptoms
- Pain when sitting or standing
- Swelling of the cyst
- Reddened, sore skin around the area
- Pus or blood draining from the abscess, causing a foul odor
- Hair protruding from the lesion
- Formation of more than one sinus tract, or holes in the skin
Treatment
Incase of recurring PNS, a surgical treatment is required. In this case, Laparoscopic treatment helps with a painless surgery and faster recovery.
