Pilonidal Cyst Center - Brandon, FL
Brandon 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 Brandon * Caban Skin Institute  Teresa P Brandt MD  Teresa P Brandt MD  Colorado Health & Youth LLC  John A Cottam MD  Bay Dermatology  Prakit Jeerapaet MD  Nancy Simons Ling MD PA  Dermatology Health Care  Brandon Dermatology  Moffitt Cancer Center  University of South Florida Physicians Group Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery  University of South Florida Physicians Group Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery  University of South Florida Physicians Group Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery  University of South Florida Physicians Group Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery  Henry E Wiley III MD PA  Peter A Donelan MD  South Tampa Dermatology  C Lance Kane MD & Dirk W Suringa MD  C Lance Kane MD & Dirk W Suringa MD  Michael A Scannon MD  Kathleen Leber MD  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Michael A Scannon MD  Michael A Scannon MD  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Castellano Specialty Center  Luis T Menendez MD  Thomas N Trunnell MD  Donald W Taylor MD  Drs Hanno Rinker & Sotomayor  Drs Hanno Rinker & Sotomayor  Drs Hanno Rinker & Sotomayor  Drs Hanno Rinker & Sotomayor  Robert R Tawil MD  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  The Bowman Institute for Dermatologic Surgery  Catherine A Clayton MD  Florida Medical Clinic PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Seth B Forman MD  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Caruso & Oriba MDs  John L Millns Jr. MD PA  John L Millns Jr. MD PA  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Citrus Park Dermatology PA  Suncoast Skin Solutions Inc  Florida Medical Clinic PA  Point of Care Clinic  Bonita Drake MD  Watson Clinic LLP  Christopher G Nelson MD PA  Lakeland Dermatology  Lakeland Dermatology  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Wilbur Reschly MD  Elisabeth Dupont MD  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Diagnostic Clinic Countryside Clearwater  Robert P Albergo MD  John F Kirk MD  Roger W Altman MD  Roger W Altman MD  Mahoney Dermatology Specialists PA  Vincent J Tripi DO  Brummitte Dale Wilson MD & Associates  Gary L Heller DO  Visage Dermatology  Melanie R Haynes MD  Countryside Dermatology & Laser Center  J Cedric Thornton MD  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Dermatology Clinic  Dermatology Clinic  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Arnold E Ison MD  Thomas J Sultenfuss MD  Clearwater Dermatology  Clearwater Dermatology  Sam Stieglitz MD  Phyllis K Murphy MD  David H Nathan MD  George Pavlidakey MD  Michael J Sakellarides MD  New Image Dermatology  New Image Dermatology Brandon, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-15
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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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