Do Pilonidal Cysts Come Back?
Unfortunately, Pilonidal Cysts Do Come Back After Surgery. Studies Show Recurrence Rates Are as High as 30 Percent. the Cysts May Return Because the Area Gets...
Unfortunately, pilonidal cysts do come back after surgery. Studies show recurrence rates are as high as 30 percent. The cysts may return because the area gets infected again or hair grows near the incision scar. People who have recurrent pilonidal cysts often develop chronic wounds and draining sinuses.
How can I stop my pilonidal cyst from coming back?
- Regularly washing and drying your buttocks (to keep the area clean).
- Losing weight (if you are currently overweight) to lower your risk.
- Avoiding sitting for too long (if your job allows) to keep pressure off the area.
- Shaving the hair around your buttocks (once a week or more).
Can you get a pilonidal cyst more than once?
Pilonidal cysts most commonly occur in young men, and the problem has a tendency to recur. People who sit for prolonged periods of time, such as truck drivers, are at higher risk of developing a pilonidal cyst.
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