Pilonidal Cyst Center - Delray Beach, FL
Delray Beach 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 Delray Beach * Pineapple Grove Aesthetics & Dermatology  Advanced Dermatology Care & Cancer  Advanced Dermatology Care & Cancer  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of Boca  Dermatology Associates of Boca  Jeffrey M Scricca MD  Jackie M Tripp MD PLC  Boca Raton Dermatology  Joseph C Gretzula DO  Dermatology of Boca  Dermatology of Boca  Peter G Ballas II MD  Dr. Richard Rubenstein  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Palm Beach Dermatology Institute  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Ellis Gottesfield MD  William I Roth MD  Tamara L Gmitter MD  Sukal Skin Institute  Boca Raton Skin & Laser Center  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Russel S Glaun MD PA  Tobi Richman-Steinhardt MD  Skin & Cancer Associates  Boynton Beach Skin Institute  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Boynton Beach Skin Institute  Buchbinder Dermatology Center  Buchbinder Dermatology Center  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Jeffrey Marcus MD  RSB Dermatology Inc  Bauman Medical Group  Jay H Brachfeld MD  Michele J Moraes MD & Brian C Moraes DO  Boca Raton Skin Institute  The Center for Dermatology  Alan M Fischer Dermatology  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Palm Beach Dermatology Inc  Palm Beach Dermatology Inc  Charles E Griff MD PA  Barry Kuttner MD  Charles E Griff MD PA  Charles E Griff MD PA  Barry Kuttner MD  Hecker Dermatology Group  Hecker Dermatology Group  Dan H Meirson MD  Dermatology Center of Wellington PA  Dermatology Center of Wellington PA  Shagen Abovyan MD  Skin & Cancer Associates  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Navarro Dermatology Skin & Vein Care  Palm Beach Dermatology Inc  Palm Beach Dermatology Inc  Palm Beach Dermatology Inc  The Center for Dermatology  Island Dermatology & Laser Institute  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  Heather E Houck MD  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  Skin & Laser Associates of Palm Beach  New Age Dermatology  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Peter D Sarbone MD  Thomas S Breza MD  Oakland Medical & Cosmetic Center  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  The Center for Dermatology  Lauderdale Dermatology Delray Beach, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-06
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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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