Pilonidal Cyst Center - Burke, VA
Burke 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 Burke * Julie P Henry MD & Paul Kravitz MD  Julie P Henry MD & Paul Kravitz MD  Robert N DeAngelis MD  Inia Yevich-Tunstall MD  Carol L Piatt MD  Martin S Horn MD  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Skin Cancer Surgery Ctr  Center for Pediatric Skin Care  Hema A Sundaram MD PA  Alexandra Kazakis MD  Internal Medicine Associates of Northern Virginia  Sung Won Yoon MD  Linda P Nims MD  Linda P Nims MD  Linda P Nims MD  Excel Dermatology Institute  Excel Dermatology Institute  Anh P Dang-Vu MD  Gayle Masri-Fridling & William Sawchuk MDs  Fran Rotter MD  Steven Rotter MD  Gayle Masri-Fridling & William Sawchuk MDs  Khoa Q Nguyen MD  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Associates  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology Associates  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Cosmetic Dermatology Center  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Clinical Skin Center of Northern Virginia PLLC  Fair Oaks Skin Care Center  Clinical Skin Center of Northern Virginia PLLC  Jack M Costa MD  Falls Church Medical Center  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Alexandria Landmark Duke Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Glenn H Fuchs MD  Richard J Hwang MD  Amir A Bajoghli MD  Dermatology Associates of Northern Virginia  Dermatology Associates of Northern Virginia  Capital Dermatology  Capital Dermatology  Capital Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of McLean  Dermatology Associates of McLean  Robert W Gurney MD  Michelle A Rivera MD  Marvin Chadab MD  Nancy Aria MD  Center For Cosmetic Dermatology  Sebastien Dermatology  John W Brady MD  Randolph W Stark MD  Douglas S Richardson MD  Nova Medical Group  Northern Virginia Dermatology Vein & Surgery Center  Prince William Dermatology, PC  Prince William Dermatology, PC  Dermatology Center of Loudoun  Loudoun Dermatology Associates  Loudoun Dermatology Associates  Semler Dermatology Inc  Dermatology Associates of Fredericksburg  The Dermatology Center  Lisa D Sherman MD  Stevens & Stevens MDs  Stevens & Stevens MDs  Chauncey A McHargue MD  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates Inc  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dermatology Associates of VA PC  Dominion Dermatology PC  Dominion Dermatology PC  Hanover Dermatology PC  Hanover Dermatology PC  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Zen Lo Dermatology  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Affiliated Dermatologists of Virginia  Yvonne Knight MD  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Richmond Dermatology & Laser Specialists  Dr Christine A Rausch  Commonwealth Dermatology PC Burke, VirginiaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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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