Pilonidal Cyst Center - Bridgeport, CT
Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport * Kenneth J Maiocco MD PC  Kenneth J Maiocco MD PC  Associates in Dermatology LLC  Associates in Dermatology LLC  Dennis L Feinberg MD  Skin Care Physicians of Fairfield County LLC  Skin Care Physicians of Fairfield County LLC  Robert J Patrignelli MD LLC  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists PC  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists PC  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists PC  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Specialists PC  Douglas L Bilinski MD  Ivan S Cohen & Associates  Ivan S Cohen & Associates  Ivan S Cohen & Associates  Kevin Diette MD  Robin Gail Oshman MD  Westport Dermatology & Laser Center  Julia B Sabetta MD  Dermatology Associates  Israel Dvoretzky & Nira R Silverman MDs  Israel Dvoretzky & Nira R Silverman MDs  Cyrus Chess MD  Dermatology for the Family  Connecticut Dermatology Group  Connecticut Dermatology Group  Dermatology Center PC  Dermatology Center PC  John W Edelglass MD  Kalman L Watsky MD  The Savin Center PC  Mark J Goldstein MD  The Savin Center PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology Associates PC  Yale Dermatology & Laser Center  Yale Dermatology & Laser Center  Yale Dermatology & Laser Center  Darien Dermatology & Laser Center  Advanced DermCare PC  Advanced DermCare PC  Aesthetic Dermatology Fairfield County  Kenneth J Egan MD  Advanced DermCare PC  Advanced DermCare PC  Dermatology Associates of Western CT PC  Dermatology Associates of Western CT PC  Dermatology Associates of Western CT PC  Dermatology Associates of Western CT PC  Frank M Castiglione Jr. MD  Stuart A Kittay MD  William A Notaro MD  Robert Fand MD  Advanced DermCare PC  Advanced DermCare PC  Dermatology in Hamden  Douglas L Bilinski MD  Ellen B Milstone MD  Rhett Drugge MD  Fern E Mayer MD  Adv Med Cosm Derm  Dermatology Center of Stamford LLC  Dermatology Center of Stamford LLC  Southern Connecticut Dermatology  Dermatology Center of Stamford LLC  Connecticut Dermatology Group  Connecticut Dermatology Group  Dermatology Center of Stamford LLC  Connecticut Dermatology Group  Rand L Werbitt MD  Ellen S Naidorf MD  Long Ridge Dermatology  Long Ridge Dermatology  Donald R Greene MD  Jeffrey N Alter MD  Dermatology Associates of Waterbury PC  Dermatology Associates of Waterbury PC  Dermatology Associates of Waterbury PC  Robert A Woodbury MD  Paula M Bevilacqua MD  Paula M Bevilacqua MD  Mitchell J Ross MD  Advanced Dermatology Center  Richard C Connors MD  Henry C Gasiorowski MD & Michele E Gasiorowski MD  Henry C Gasiorowski MD & Michele E Gasiorowski MD  Lynne M Haven MD  Dermatology Associates of Western CT PC  Connecticut Dermatology LLC  Kenneth B Goldman MD Bridgeport, ConnecticutUpcoming Local Events2012-06-03
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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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