Suggest treatment for the lump on tailbone
Patient: I have a very swollen tailbone- near the bottom of the tailbone there is a lump/ a swell. It is very uncomfortable and hurts to walk/lie down/sit down and is painful when i put any pressure on it. I have been taking painkillers which do take some of the pain away, but is this something that will go away on it's own or should i see a doctor? Doctor: Welcome to health care magic. 1.Suggest you to see a doctor for this issue - the reasons is there are quite a few complications for the lumps on the tail bone / perianal region.2.Mostly possible cause will be hair follicular infection / infective aetiology which is causing pain and tenderness.3.The treatment in this case after examination a course of antibiotic ( if small one)4.If not responding to the treatment or larger in size then a small incision and drainage will be necessary.5.The complications are pilonidal sinus, fistulas ( which needs operative treatments) so treat it as soon as you can - take good post procedural care. Good luck.Hope i have answered your query.Any thing to ask do not hesitate. Thank you.