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What Causes Swelling And Redness Around The Tailbone?

I had a pilonidal cyst about 10 years ago. It was drained a couple of times then packed. At its biggest it was about the size of a grapefruit. I noticed today that my tail bone felt sore and looked in the mirror to see a red line and maybe a bit swollen. Is there any thing i can do before it gets really bad again?
Tue, 23 Jun 2015
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Two possibilities. There may be regrowth of pilonidal cyst or some boil/ abscess in the offing. If redness or swelling is not marked, it could be onset of Coccygial intervertebral affection.

Better to get it checked physically before getting opinions for treatment.

Hope it helps you.
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What Causes Swelling And Redness Around The Tailbone?

Two possibilities. There may be regrowth of pilonidal cyst or some boil/ abscess in the offing. If redness or swelling is not marked, it could be onset of Coccygial intervertebral affection. Better to get it checked physically before getting opinions for treatment. Hope it helps you.