I Have Three Small Open Bumps In The Crevice Area

Posted on Thu, 27 Sep 2018

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Question : I have three small open bumps in the crevice area of the buttocks near the anus. What treatment is recommended for this problem?

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (-2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Need details

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

From your description, it seems to be either sebaceous cyst or a sinus tract.

Kindly send details like is it a lump or an opening or both? Duration? any redness or pain? Any other associated symptoms?

Need consultation with a surgeon to get these removed in a minor/day surgery. Meanwhile you can apply antiseptic cream like polysporin after washing the area with betadine and clean water.

Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Dr Vaishalee

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Vaishalee Punj (5 hours later)

The small patch of red bumps appeared 6 days ago with an itch. Yesterday (Wednesday) I found them open after showering. The area appears red and is sore and tender. It also appears concaved.

Answered by Dr. Vaishalee Punj (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It seems to be healing

Detailed Answer:
Hi again
Thanks for reverting back with details.

From your description it seems to be fluid filled vesicles, maybe Herpes. It seems to be healing and may dry up in 2-3 days. You can apply acyclovir cream available over the counter. Observe hygienic measures like washing hands frequently.

If it doesnt heal then a bacterial infection is to be suspected and will require oral antibiotics like Cephalexin. It will also require antibiotic dressing as described above. In such a case you will need to see your family doctor to get a prescription.

Dr Vaishalee

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar