Pilonidal sinusOverview

overview

A pilonidal sinus is a small hole at the top of your bottom, between your buttocks. Treatment is usually only needed if it becomes infected.

symptoms

An infected pilonidal sinus is red, painful and may bleed or leak pus.

treatments_overview

An infected pilonidal sinus is treated with antibiotics. The pus may also need to be drained. In some cases, you may need surgery.

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causes

It's not clear what causes a pilonidal sinus. A skin problem, pressure or friction may cause hair between the buttocks to be pushed inwards.