A painful lump near your tailbone can make sitting, exercising, and completing everyday tasks uncomfortable. When a pilonidal cyst becomes infected, it may also cause swelling, redness, or drainage. At Piedmont Colorectal Associates in Atlanta, GA, board-certified colorectal surgeons evaluate pilonidal disease and recommend treatment based on the severity of the infection, whether the condition […]

Pilonidal cysts are painful, often embarrassing bumps that develop near the tailbone, typically between the buttocks. While they can be drained or surgically removed, many people find that these cysts recur — sometimes repeatedly! Understanding why pilonidal cysts sometimes keep coming back is the key to finding lasting relief. At Piedmont Colorectal Associates, our team of expert doctors helps patients […]