Pilonidal sinus disease in teenagers: Symptoms, causes and treatment options
Pilonidal sinus disease is a relatively common condition in teenagers and young adults, particularly during and after puberty. It can cause discomfort and sometimes infection in the cleft at the top of the buttocks. In this article, a consultant paediatric surgeon explains what pilonidal sinus disease is, why it happens, how to recognise it, and what treatment options are available to help manage or resolve it.
