What Is The Treatment For Occasional Bleeding From A Lump On My Butt?

Posted on Mon, 30 Dec 2013

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Question : I had a cyst on my but crack and saw a doctor a year ago who drained it and had antibiotics. The lump remained and is now bleeding occasionally and feels wet all the time.

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Pilonidal sinus. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for using Healthcare Magic. This appears to be a pilonidal abscess that you have had drained. You may now have a sinus which is a tract below the skin that may be inflamed, hence the wetness. There is a risk that it becomes infected again. Therefore, I suggest you see a surgeon regarding further treatment. This would usually be surgical excision to remove the sinus. It is a relatively minor procedure and will cure the condition. I hope this is of help to you. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB. FRCA.

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