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Question 1

Can a pilonidal sinus heal on its own?

Accepted Answer

If the case is simple, some cleaning methods (sitz baths) or antibiotics can suffice, but most often patients do not see the doctor until symptoms appear and the fistula develops.

Question 2

What can happen if a pilonidal cyst (pilonidal sinus) is left untreated?

Accepted Answer

The condition worsens and the cyst gets infected and blood, pus and other secretions come out of it, causing severe pain, and there is even a possibility of the condition developing into squamous cell carcinoma.

Question 3

How can I avoid the formation of a pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

It is advised to avoid sitting for long periods of time unless necessary, otherwise you should choose a comfortable chair and shave the area under the coccyx constantly.

Question 4

Is the fistula operation difficult?

Accepted Answer

The incision and drainage of the fistula is a simple in-clinic operation.

As for the operation to remove the pilonidal cyst, it is usually performed in the operating room under general anesthesia, but due to the development of surgical methods and medical equipment, the process of pilonidal cyst in Turkey has become a simple operation with hardly any difficulty.

Question 5

How long does the secretions last after the operation of the pilonidal cyst?

Accepted Answer

In the case of a closed wound, the secretions can last up to three or four weeks, while in the case of an open wound, it can last for several months.

Exudation and moderate drainage from a closed wound is normal.

Question 6

Can a Pilonidal cyst cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

If the pilonidal sinus is left untreated, the condition worsens and the cyst gets infected and blood, pus and other secretions come out of it and cause severe pain, and there is even a possibility of the condition developing into squamous cell carcinoma.

Question 7

When can I sit after a pilonidal cyst operation?

Accepted Answer

Most patients can sit after a week to two, but the problem lies in sitting for long periods, so you should avoid sitting for more than two hours continuously, and if necessary, you can use a comfortable rounded sofa with a hollow center.

Question 8

How long is the recovery period for an open pilonidal cyst operation?

Accepted Answer

The healing time of an open fistula can take about four months to half a year, and it depends on the extent to which the patient changes his daily habits, takes care of his health and follows the doctor's recommendations.

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Pilonidal Cyst Operation (Hair Cyst)