Hello Doctor, I am a final-year medical student seeking your advice regarding a pilonidal scar breakdown. I have a history of pilonidal sinus with two prior surgeries:
Limberg flap cover (4 years ago).
Excision with healing by secondary intention (2 years ago).
..Current Status & Investigation:
Recently, I developed intense localized pain accompanied by slight serosanguinous discharge. I consulted a general surgeon and underwent a USG of the local region to rule out a recurrent fistulous tract. The USG came back negative for a deep collection or tract, noting only cutaneous and subcutaneous edema.
..The Issue:
The superficial wound seems to heal, but it repeatedly breaks down, bleeds, and causes pain whenever the sacrococcygeal area is subjected to mechanical stress (prolonged sitting for my exam prep). I am currently experiencing another active flare-up of this superficial tearing.
Given the negative USG and the mechanical nature of the breakdown, I would appreciate your advice.
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