Pilonidal Cyst Center - Clifton, NJ
Clifton 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 Clifton * Floyd R Tanzer MD & Judy Silber MD  Floyd R Tanzer MD & Judy Silber MD  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Dermatology Center of New Jersey  Adam Lesiczka MD  Atlantic Dermatology Associates  Mathias Zemel MD  Cheryl Ackerman MD  Marie Anne Giardina-Beckett MD  James M Katz MD  Reuben Rozanski MD  Image Dermatology PC  Bradford A Singman MD  Alfred S Nemlick MD PA  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  The Dermatology Group PC  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Belleville Dermatology Center PA  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Drs Heldman Lipson & Weiss  Drs Heldman Lipson & Weiss  Ira H Gouterman MD  Ira H Gouterman MD  Herbert Maier MD  Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery  Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery  Willowbrook Medical Specialties  Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists  K Neena Chima MD  Alfredo Masullo MD  Wayne Dermatology PA  Allen N Sapadin MD  Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Associates  Margaret S Ravits MD  Margaret S Ravits MD  Saida H Baxt MD  Saida H Baxt MD  Comprehensive Dermatology & Laser Center  North Bergen Dermatological Group PA  The Dermatology Center of Ridgewood LLC  North Bergen Dermatological Group PA  R Stephen Seibt MD  Forest Healthcare Associates PC  Alice C Cardullo MD  Margaret S Ravits MD  Margaret S Ravits MD  Margaret S Ravits MD  Linda Susan Marcus MD FAAD  Kent Beachler MD  Shoshannah Pollack MD  Advanced Laser & Skin Cancer Center  Eugene W Sweeney MD  Dermatology Affiliates  John A Erianne MD  Serafin Fernandez MD  Eric W Herman MD  Luis Suarez MD  Emily M Altman MD  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Alan J Liftin MD  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Dermatology & Laser Center of Northern N  Linda Cappiello MD  Adolfo Fernandez-Obregon MD  Center for Dermatology PA  Adrian L Connolly MD  Center for Dermatology PA  Stephanie Silos-Badalamenti MD PhD LLC  Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery Center  Cliffside Medical  Dermatology Associates  Skin & Allergy Center  Andrew G Woolrich MD  Gary J Brauner MD Clifton, New JerseyUpcoming 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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