A pilonidal cyst is a pocket of skin that typically forms at the base of the tailbone, near the top of the buttocks. It often contains hair, dirt, and skin debris, and can become infected, forming an abscess that causes significant pain.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of what you need to know about pilonidal cysts:
What is a Pilonidal Cyst?
A pilonidal cyst develops when hair punctures the skin and becomes embedded. The body sees this hair as a foreign substance, which causes an inflammatory reaction, leading to the formation of the cyst.
These cysts are usually located in the sacrococcygeal area, between the buttocks, and are more common in young men, though anyone can develop them.Read More Below
