What is Pilonidal Sinus?

A pilonidal sinus is a small hole or tunnel in the skin, typically located at the top of the buttocks, where they divide (near the tailbone). It can become infected and fill with pus, leading to the formation of a cyst or abscess. Here's more information about pilonidal sinuses:

Symptoms

• Recurring episodes of pain or swelling in the area of the tailbone.
• Yellowish pus-like or bloody discharge from the tailbone area which may be foul smelling
• Painful lump under the skin in that area
• Certain activities like riding a bicycle, doing sit-ups may be very uncomfortable.
• Fever

Causes

• More common in males
• Sedentary lifestyle
• People who sit for long hours at a stretch eg. Drivers
• Thick body hair especially those that are coarse and curly
• Obesity
• Previous injury in the area
• Family history of Pilonidal sinus
• Having a deep cleft between buttocks
• History of previous Pilonidal cyst

Treatments

• Wide Excision Of Pilonidal Sinus
• Laser pilonido plasty
• Z plasty
• Limberg flap/ gluteal flap