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Pilonidal Disease treatment depends on the severity of the disease. An acute abscess is treated with a small cut to let out the pus and remove the hair. A chronic sinus may require surgery to remove it completely.
Some patients get recurrent pilonidal disease. Part of the reason is because the shape of the buttocks makes it easy for the hair to get embedded. Complex or recurrent disease is treated by more extensive surgery. This may result in removing a large area of skin and moving different areas of skin in to cover the defect. Larger wounds require longer healing times.
It is most important that after any surgery, the skin around the buttocks be kept free of hair to minimize recurrence.
Dr Ho Kok Sun is a respected colorectal surgeon with extensive experience in the management of pilonidal disease.
Dr Ho finished his Bachelor and Master of Medicine in Surgery from National University of Singapore. He became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in the same year. After completing his training in general surgery, he went to Cleveland Clinic Florida in 2002 for his fellowship and has been subspecializing in colorectal surgery since he completed his training.
Dr Ho is currently assistant master of the Academy of Medicine Singapore, the professional institute for specialists in Singapore. He previously served as President of College of Surgeons Singapore, President of the ASEAN Society of Colorectal Surgeons and President of the Society of Colorectal Surgeons (Singapore). He was also vice president of the Singapore-China Association for the Advancement of Science and Technology. He is a founding member of the Eurasian Colorectal Technologies Association. He has served as Organizing Chairman of 2 major international colorectal conferences.
Your health is important to us. Before your surgeon can provide you with a recommended treatment plan, you will be asked about your symptoms before an examination is performed. Do list your concerns prior to the scheduled appointment to make the most of your visit. You will also be asked of your relevant health history and the list of medications that you take.
Your visit with the colorectal surgeon should be a pleasant experience and will begin much as a typical visit to your family physician. Effective communication is critical to patient care and a good colorectal surgeon will take time to listen and to explain the right treatment plan specific for the patient needs.
A pilonidal disease occurs when body hair gets embedded in the skin between buttocks and causes an infection. Though the condition is not usually serious, it can cause discomfort or pain when sitting, and if severe infection occurs, fever.
The condition happens when body hair at the buttocks sheds and penetrates the moist skin in the groove between the buttocks. The term ‘pilonidal’ actually means ‘nest of hair’.
Pilonidal disease (also called pilonidal abscess, pilonidal sinus) is an infection of the skin in the region between the 2 buttocks. It occurs when body area in the area breaks off and gets embedded into the skin. It is more common in men and those with a lot of thick, stiff body hair.
For some people, it is the shape of their buttocks that makes it easy for hair to get embedded. However, the risk of pilonidal disease can be reduced by ensuring that the area at risk is free from hair. It is also helpful to avoid sitting for long periods of time, and to ensure one takes frequent breaks to walk around. Avoiding tight clothing can also be helpful as snug clothing can force body hairs down into the skin. Personal hygiene is also important. Clean the area on a daily basis, ensuring that all soap residue is washed away. Keep the skin completely dry. Seek medical attention if the boil becomes red and inflamed to prevent a serious case of infection.
Our first consultation starts from $150. Should a procedure be required, financial counselling will be offered by our staff including your insurance coverage.
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3 Mount Elizabeth,
Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre #04-08,
Singapore 228510
Tel: (+65) 6737 2778
Email: hokoksuncolorectal@gmail.com
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Sat: 9am - 1pm
Closed: Sunday, Public Holiday
We are conveniently located at #04-08 Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre, 3 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228510. Location is in the heart of Singapore’s premier shopping district.
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