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Pilonidal Sinus

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
London, UK

Has anyone had a pilonidal sinus
I had surgery to remove one six years ago, and it was successful. I know these are notorious for returning, and I think it has come back. However, the lump is now on the other side of my butt, not the place I had the original surgery so I’m not sure if it’s the same thing.

I find going to the GP quite frustrating (UK) as they tend to view it as a normal cyst. They prescribe antibiotics but this usually coincides with the lump draining, so I’m never sure if… read more

February 10 (edited)
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A myHSteam Member

I too had a skin graf and later they appeared on my other cheek. It's a beast that has a mind of its own. I wish they would hurry with a cure. Cosentix has just been approved by my Health Care, so I guess soon I will be on that. Many topicals for me has reduced the inflammation and the pain. Manuka Honey, Neosoporin, Vicks Vapor Rub, Aloe Vera Oil. I've tried all these and they all work to a certain extent but nothing completely heals them.

February 10

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