Pilonidal Sinus/Abscess

Question 1

What is a pilonidal sinus and abscesses?

Answer 1

When hair follicles get stuck in the natal cleft (ingrown hair) which form small tracts (sinus)
They can get infected (abscesses)

Question 2

Pilonidal sinuses and abscesses are most commonly seen in ____ people

Answer 2

hairy

Question 3

What are symptom/abscesses?

Answer 3

Swollen pus filled smelly abscess on natal cleft
Visible on exam

Question 4

What is treatment for pilonidal sinus/abscess?

Answer 4

Surgery and hygiene advice