Is this an emergency?

Most cases are not emergencies, but new severe pain, high fever, heavy bleeding or rapidly worsening symptoms need urgent care.

Many patients improve without surgery; the decision depends on examination findings and how symptoms respond to initial treatment.

Symptoms

How to Recognise a Pilonidal Sinus

Updated 2026-06-264 min read

Small midline openings near the tailbone with intermittent pain, swelling or discharge are typical.

Small midline openings near the tailbone with intermittent pain, swelling or discharge are typical.

Warning signs include persistent symptoms, bleeding, fever or progressive changes — these warrant timely medical assessment.

Treatment is individualised after examination. Most patients benefit from conservative steps first; some require an in-office procedure or surgery.

Op.Dr.Gökhan ATEŞ provides individual evaluation in Antalya.