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Suggest Treatment For Painful Lump On Buttocks

Posted on Mon, 4 May 2015

Question: hi, I have a painful lump at the top of my butt crack. it hurts to sit, walk, bend over and everything really. around the lump is very painful as well. it is hard, under the skin, no redness or smell. please help

Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It can be most likely pilonidal cyst.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thank you for asking HCM.

I have gone through your query. Your problem can be most likely pilonidal cyst. This usually cause from ingrown hair. If you send a picture then it will be more helpful to identify.

Antibiotic therapy and hot compress will be helpful for this.

But if there is no improvement excision of sinus will be required. In such case you should consult a general surgeon.

Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Nishad BN (7 minutes later)

could I take something over the counter for the antibiotic?

Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Antibiotics are not available as over the counter.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thank you for your follow up query.

I usually advise antibiotics like Co-amoxiclav for this. But antibiotics are not available as over the counter. You can approach your GP for prescription.

Sitting in a warm tub also will be helpful.

Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you.
Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T