Pilonidal Sinus

A pilonidal sinus is a small tunnel or hole in the skin, typically located at the top of the buttocks, near the tailbone. It can become infected, leading to an abscess, and is often characterized by pain, swelling, and the presence of pus or blood draining from the sinus. The condition is thought to result from hair follicles becoming trapped in the skin, leading to inflammation or infection.

Causes :

• Hair growth :
  Ingrown hair is a common cause, as hair may get trapped under the skin and lead to inflammation or infection.
• Friction or pressure :
  Prolonged sitting or activities that create friction around the tailbone area may contribute.
• Genetics :
  Some people may be genetically predisposed to developing pilonidal sinuses.

Symptoms :

• Pain or discomfort at the base of the spine.
• Swelling and redness in the area.
• Drainage of pus or blood from a small opening in the skin.
• In some cases, fever or signs of infection.

What we do at Smilex Advance Laser Piles Hospital :

• Ksharsutra :
  A sterile Ksharsutra is inserted into the pilonidal sinus tract. The thread acts as a foreign body that encourages a localized inflammatory response, helping to clean out the cavity by draining pus and other materials. It stimulates tissue healing while causing gradual shrinkage of the sinus tract.
• EPSiT :
  Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment (EPSiT) is a minimally invasive procedure that treats pilonidal sinuses and abscesses. It involves using an endoscope to visualize the sinus cavity and cauterizing the diseased tissue.
• Laser Pilonidoplasty (LPP) :
  Laser pilonidoplasty (LPP) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a laser to treat pilonidal sinus disease. A small incision is made to drain pus, and then a laser fiber seals the sinus tract.