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What Causes A Sore Lump On The Tail Bone?

My tailbone has been sore for a few days and now I have noticed a hard lump. It doesn't seem to move at all but it's painful. It hurts when I sit and bend over. I sit 4.5 hours a day at school and do a lot of bending at work so it's getting more painful. What might it be and what can I do?
Fri, 5 Sep 2014
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1.The most possible cause of the lump is hair follicular infection ( carbuncle / furuncle) with pus with in.
2.The lump is painful means its infective process.
3.I would suggest you to see your GP, let the lump get examined and treated accordingly.
4.If its small enough - a course of antibiotics will help. If large - a small incision and drainage followed by antibiotic treatment might be needed.
5.The lump/lesion in the tail bone - has quite a few complications and may form sinus, fistulous opening to the rectum.
6.Do not ignore, heel local hygiene , do not scratch, compress the lesion as it will complicate and delay healing process. Good luck.

Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
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What Causes A Sore Lump On The Tail Bone?

Welcome to Health care magic. 1.The most possible cause of the lump is hair follicular infection ( carbuncle / furuncle) with pus with in. 2.The lump is painful means its infective process. 3.I would suggest you to see your GP, let the lump get examined and treated accordingly. 4.If its small enough - a course of antibiotics will help. If large - a small incision and drainage followed by antibiotic treatment might be needed. 5.The lump/lesion in the tail bone - has quite a few complications and may form sinus, fistulous opening to the rectum. 6.Do not ignore, heel local hygiene , do not scratch, compress the lesion as it will complicate and delay healing process. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.