Pilonidal cyst
Alternate Names : Sacral dimple, Pilonidal dimple, Pilonidal sinus
Home Care & Treatment
It may be helpful to keep the area clean and dry and remove hair regularly to help prevent infection.
Call your Health Care Provider if
Call your health care provider if you notice swelling, redness, drainage or tenderness around the pilonidal cyst.
What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
You will be asked for your medical history and given a physical examination. Sometimes you may be asked for the following information:
- Has there been any change in the appearance of the pilonidal cyst?
- Has there been any drainage from the dimple?
- Are any other symptoms developing?
- What other symptoms are also present?
- Is there any numbness or loss of movement in the legs?
- Has there been any change in bladder control?
Most pilonidal cysts will not cause any symptoms and can be left alone. Rarely, tests may be done to determine if the pilonidal cyst extends to the spinal cord.
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