A pilonidal cyst is a painful, pimple-like boil that develops at the bottom of the tailbone. If you believe you have this condition, we offer pilonidal cyst treatment for those in Phoenix, Buckeye, Surprise, and the surrounding areas.
Incision and drainage
Incision and drainage with the wound closed
Marsupialization
The cyst is cut into and drained, and any hair or pus inside is removed. The edges of the cut will be sewn to the wound edges to make a pouch — like a marsupial. This technique requires a cut that is smaller and more shallow, which means you will not need to change out the gauze every day. There is considerable healing time with marsupialization: about six weeks.
Complete cyst and cyst wall excision
If your pilonidal cyst is severe or continues to return even after treatment, surgery may be recommended. In this surgery, the cyst and pilonidal sinus tracts are completely removed. Pilonidal cyst surgery is performed under general anesthesia and takes about 45 minutes to perform. You will need someone to drive you home after the procedure. It’s important for patients to be aware that a pilonidal cyst may return even if they are surgically removed.
To best prevent the return of your pilonidal cyst, it’s very important to carefully follow all of the home care instructions that we provide you with—especially if you’ll be required to change out any gauze. It will be important to keep your follow-up appointments. If you are prescribed antibiotics, be sure to take all of them. Be sure to keep the treated area clean and be mindful of any signs of infection. This can include fever or pus draining from your incision, as well as redness, swelling, warmth, and/or increased pain at the incision. Most patients are able to resume their regular activities 2 to 4 weeks after surgery, and during that time you will need to avoid strenuous activities, use a donut cushion to sit on, and be careful not to sit for prolonged periods of time—and never on a hard surface.
At Regency, dermatology is one of our specialties. If you’re interested in pilonidal cyst treatment in Phoenix, Buckeye, Surprise, or the nearby areas, schedule a consultation with us. We are a multi-specialty group delivering the very best treatments in dermatology, and our team provides the highest level of care and availability, with professionalism, sensitivity, and warmth. We make you feel welcome from the moment you enter our door to your very last follow-up appointment. To learn more or schedule a consultation, please call 623-243-9077 or contact us online.
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