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Suggest Remedy For Lumps

Hi there i have a lump at the top right of my bum crack, i had the same lump 2months ago but it went away, then it returned last week, it more painful and bigger this time around, its hard and doesnt feel like its puss filled or anything, i need help, any help you be appericate, thanks Brian

posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi,
This is likely to be a pilonidal cyst that has become inflamed. I suggest you keep it as clean and dry as possible. Take daily salt baths. Keep the area free of hair by either shaving or hair removal cream. This may be all that is needed and it will resolve. If it continues to be a problem then see your doctor as it may have become infected.
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Dr K A Pottinger
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Suggest Remedy For Lumps

Hi, This is likely to be a pilonidal cyst that has become inflamed. I suggest you keep it as clean and dry as possible. Take daily salt baths. Keep the area free of hair by either shaving or hair removal cream. This may be all that is needed and it will resolve. If it continues to be a problem then see your doctor as it may have become infected. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger