Pilonidal Cyst Center - Athens, GA
Athens Dermatologist Doctors for Pilonidal CystType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Athens * Athens Area Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Lockman Dermatology  Lockman Dermatology  Dermatology of Athens PC  Dermatology of Athens PC  Joyce Thomas MD  Joy B Chastain MD  Shenara Sexton MD  Georgia Dermatologic Surgery Centers PC  MCG Medical Associates Lake Oconee Village  MCG Medical Associates Lake Oconee Village  Toccoa Clinic Medical Associates Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of Northeast Georgia  Lanier Medical Clinic  Lanier Medical Clinic  North Atlanta Dermatology  North Atlanta Dermatology  North Atlanta Dermatology  North Atlanta Dermatology  Dermatology Center of Newton  Dermatology Consultants PC  Dermatology Consultants PC  Dermatology Consultants PC  Toccoa Clinic Medical Associates Dermatology  Women's Wellness at Toccoa Clinic  North Georgia Dermatology  North Georgia Dermatology  Gwinnett Dermatology  Gwinnett Dermatology  Gwinnett Dermatology  Gwinnett Dermatology  Gwinnett Dermatology  East Metro Dermatology  Dermatology Associates Of Rockdale  Premiere Dermatology & Surgery LLC  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Family Dermatology  Robert McClure MD  Georgia Dermatology Center  David B Pharis, MD, PC  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  Thomas G Hill MD PC  Atlanta Skin Care Specialists  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  Atlanta Dermatologic Surgery Consultants  Atlanta Dermatologic Surgery Consultants  North Atlanta Psychiatry & Corinne G Smith MD  Atlanta Dermatologic Surgery Consultants  Atlanta Dermatology and Laser Surgery  Steven S Thomas MD  Crescent Centre Dermatology  Crescent Centre Dermatology  Edmund R Clement MD  Vickie M Brown MD  Georgia Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center LLC  Georgia Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center LLC  Georgia Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center LLC  Eileen S Niren MD  Atlanta Dermatology Vein & Research  Christine Glavey MD  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PC  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PC  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PC  Aesthetic Specialty Centre  Aesthetic Specialty Centre  Robert Kelleher MD  Dunwoody Dermatology  John F O'Brien MD  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases PC  The Emory Clinic Dermatology  The Emory Clinic Dermatology  Tara Dermatology Center  The Emory Clinic Dermatology  Tara Dermatology Center  The Emory Clinic Dermatology  The Emory Clinic Dermatology  Southern Crescent Dermatology  Emory University School of Medicine Dermatology  Emory University School of Medicine Dermatology  Emory University School of Medicine Dermatology  Emory University School of Medicine Dermatology  David S Bryant MD  Peter C D'Aubermont MD  Russell Harris MD PC  Peachtree Dunwoody Dermatology  Metropolitan Dermatologic Surgery  Raymond Caputo MD  Perimeter Dermatology PC  Dermatology Associates Of Atlanta  Dermatology Associates Of Atlanta  Dermatology Associates Of Atlanta  Perimeter Dermatology PC Athens, GeorgiaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-09
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Pilonidal CystRead the Pilonidal Cyst article » What is a pilonidal cyst?A pilonidal cyst is a fluid-filled sac (cyst) that develops along the tailbone (coccyx) near the cleft of the buttocks. These cysts usually contain hair and skin debris. The term pilonidal is derived from the Latin words pilus (hair) and nidus (nest). Individuals with a pilonidal cyst may not have any symptoms at all or they may develop infection of the cyst (pilonidal abscess) with associated pain and inflammation.
What causes a pilonidal cyst?Though there are several theories, most researchers believe that pilonidal cysts are caused by the penetration of loose hairs into the skin. In response to this ingrown hair, a local inflammatory reaction causes a cyst to form around the hair. Excessive pressure or repetitive traumas to the sacrococcygeal area are thought to predispose individuals to develop the cysts. These conditions can also irritate existing pilonidal cysts. During World War II, more than 80,000 soldiers developed pilonidal cysts requiring hospitalization. Because so many of the afflicted servicemen rode in bumpy Jeeps for prolonged periods of time, it was termed "Jeep disease."
Who is at risk for developing a pilonidal cyst?Pilonidal cysts occur more frequently in men than in women. They are also more common in Caucasians and in individuals who have an occupation that requires long periods of sitting. Pilonidal cysts usually occur in people between the ages of 15-24, and they are uncommon in people over the age of 40.
What are the signs and symptoms of a pilonidal cyst?As previously mentioned, some individuals with a pilonidal cyst may not have symptoms, and the only finding may be a dimple or an opening in the skin (sinus tract) near the cleft of the buttocks. However, if the pilonidal cyst becomes infected (pilonidal abscess), th... Recommended Reading Related to Pilonidal CystAches, pain, fever facts
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