A pilonidal cyst, also known as a pilonidal sinus, can lead to a painful infection. You may have a swollen lump near your tailbone that causes extreme pain. No matter whether you sit or stand, you may not be able to find relief. To make matters worse, the spot may leak blood or pus.Do you […]
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If you’re struggling with a recurring pilonidal cyst, it’s time to get help. You can’t fix this problem on your own. You need an expert on your side.Of course, you want the best pilonidal cyst doctor, but where do you begin? Take a look at the following tips. They’ll guide you through considering your options […]
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On a scale of 1 to 10, how bad is your pilonidal cyst pain? Being able to rate your pilonidal cyst pain level can be a useful tool for determining when and how to treat your condition. Get to know the pain scale so that you can assess your situation and accurately report your symptoms […]
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You already know that a pilonidal cyst can cause miserable suffering. There’s a chance that surgery could help, but would it be worth the recovery time? If you’ve heard cautionary tales from others who have had major pilonidal surgery, you might be more afraid of the post-surgery experience than your current pain.Fortunately, not all pilonidal […]
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Approximately 15 million American adults have hemorrhoids. Many cases will heal themselves or will improve with lifestyle adjustments. Others, however, will require medical interventions. Hemorrhoid management comes in many forms, but one of the best treatment options is rubber band ligation.Hemorrhoid FactsTechnically, everyone has hemorrhoids. These blood vessels are a natural part of the anal […]
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During an ostomy surgery, your doctor will create a stoma to allow waste materials to pass out of your body. Learning to live with a stoma can present new self-care challenges. One skill you may need to learn is how to dilate your stoma. Ahead, find out more about keeping your stoma healthy with DILASTOM® […]
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You’ve been diagnosed with a pilonidal cyst. Is that a sign that you might have spina bifida? It’s true that there are sometimes pilonidals cyst related to spina bifida. However, in most cases, it’s unlikely that your pilonidal disease is pointing to an undiscovered spinal defect. If you’re ready to learn more, take a look at the […]
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You’ve noticed a sore spot in your buttocks area. You’re not sure what it is, but after a quick online search, both pilonidal cysts and MRSA infections have emerged as possibilities. At this point, you may be wondering, “Is a pilonidal cyst MRSA?” No, pilonidal cysts aren’t MRSA, but the conditions can present together. The following […]
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Your tailbone area is sore, and you know that something’s not right. However, as far as you can tell, there’s no bump or mass in the area that would account for the pain. Is it possible that you could have a pilonidal cyst, or does this condition always produce an obvious lump near your tailbone area? […]
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Colorectal doctors use proctoscopes to open the anorectal passage so that they can get a good view of what’s on the inside. It would be easy to assume that proctoscopes are single-purpose tools, but they’re actually versatile instruments that play a role in diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. The following guide to proctoscope instrument uses outlines the […]
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