Coniferous tubercles in the coccyx appear in both men and women. Quite often, the appearance of such a growth is accompanied by unpleasant symptoms. As a rule, having noticed a bump between the buttocks, people do not attach special importance to it, believing that such a manifestation is not a pathology and does not require an examination by a proctologist. Some people independently diagnose hemorrhoids and begin to treat it with improvised means.
However, such a negligent attitude can lead to rather serious consequences. Therefore, having noticed that a bump has appeared between the buttocks, it is better to consult a specialist.
To date, such an ailment is most often a manifestation of the following pathologies.
Injury
A lump on the tailbone may appear due to falling on a hard horizontal surface. When hit by the buttocks, serious bruises and sometimes cracks in the coccygeal spine can be obtained. If after a blow in the buttocks area a small hematoma appears, then it eventually resolves itself. If you get a stronger bruise, a large bruise may appear on the tailbone. In this case, the hematoma must be opened surgically. If this is not done, then the damaged tissue can become fibrous, there will be a violation of the exchange of fluids and inflammation will begin with all the ensuing consequences.
If there is a bump on the tailbone between the buttocks, then you need to pay attention to the following symptoms:
- the appearance of edema and hematoma at the site of the bruise ;
- severe pain in the coccyx;
- pain in the lower extremities;
In addition, with serious injuries, it becomes very difficult for a person to sit and stand.
Bruise treatment
If a cone appears between the buttocks on the priest, as a result of a fall or a strong blow, then first of all it is necessary to exclude a fracture. To do this, take a picture and consult with a specialist. If there is no fracture, then the doctor most often prescribes the following treatment:
- A cold compress should be applied daily to the bump.
- The patient should completely exclude strong loads. It is best to lie down for some time (it is recommended to rest on your stomach).
- Massage and water treatments are completely excluded.
- In place of the bruise, it is necessary to apply special anesthetic ointments 2-3 times a day.
- An orthopedic pillow is recommended.
Doctors also advise smearing the affected area with Dolobene gel and using ichthyol suppositories 1-2 times a day.
If the inflammation does not subside, then the lump is opened. After that, you will have to take a course of antibiotics.
Boils
If the bump between the buttocks is actually a boil, then you should not consider it a harmless pimple. Such growths can be located both on the skin and in the hair follicles. A furuncle can be one, but sometimes there are many at once (in this case we are talking about a similar ailment - furunculosis).
The reason for the appearance of such a cone is different strains of staphylococcus. Usually, boils suffer from men and women who neglect daily hygiene procedures, and people with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).
Boil Treatment
At the initial stage, it is quite simple to get rid of the boil. For this, special ultraviolet lamps, anti-inflammatory drugs of external action and ointments that provoke the rapid opening of a purulent growth are used.
If the boil does not "creep out" for a long time, then it is cut surgically, after which the patient is prescribed a course of treatment from antiseptics and antibacterial ointments.
Sometimes abscesses open themselves. In this case, it is necessary to independently wash the coccyx area with hydrogen peroxide. After this, it is worthwhile to purchase Levomekol ointment and apply bandages with it until the wound has completely healed.
Furunculosis
A bump between the buttocks can be a manifestation of general staphyloderma. In this case, boils can spread throughout the body, including the coccygeal region. Despite the fact that this ailment looks much worse than the previous one, do not panic.
Treatment of furunculosis
Fortunately, this disease is treated with conservative methods. Usually, the doctor prescribes to the patient with a bump on the priest between the buttocks:
- Laxative diet, which involves the inclusion of fresh fruits and vegetables with a high content of dietary fiber in the diet. Due to this, peristalsis of the intestinal tract is normalized and carbohydrate metabolism is restored, the violation of which can just cause furunculosis.
- Antioxidants (usually Vitamin C).
- Superficial physiotherapy.
If furunculosis is pronounced, then a specialist can additionally prescribe Amoxicillin (synthetic penicillin).
Much less often, the lump between the buttocks in men and women becomes a symptom of tailbone osteomyelitis, presacral teratoma, or spinal hernia.
What to do if a bump pops up
Most often, with the appearance of such growths, doctors recommend opening a cyst. Such operations do not pose any danger to humans and pass very quickly. The doctor simply makes a small incision, removes all pus and rinses the wound.
After this, the patient should adhere to the following recommendations:
- do not lift weights;
- periodically see a doctor;
- Do not lie on your back or sit for about 3 weeks;
- refuse to visit the pools;
- Do not depilate the operated area for 6 months.
ethnoscience
If we talk about self-medication, then with the appearance of a lump between the buttocks, one should not rely on drug fees as the only therapy. Doctors are not against the use of natural lotions that alleviate pain and accelerate wound healing. However, such treatment is allowed only in combination with drugs that were prescribed by a proctologist.
If we talk about traditional medicine, then it is worth highlighting several effective means:
- Bath with potassium permanganate. For this procedure, you need to prepare a solution of manganese and water. A pale pink liquid must be poured into the medical bath (or ordinary basin) and lower the anus. The procedure lasts 15 minutes. After that, you need to rinse the buttocks in warm water and wipe dry.
- Herbal lotion. To do this, you need to moisten a cotton napkin in the tincture of calendula and apply tissue to the affected area. You need to hold a lotion for 3-4 hours. The maximum effect is achieved in 6-7 procedures.
- Compress. To prepare it, add 1 tablespoon of tar in 2 tablespoons of butter. The mixture is applied to the tissue and applied to the affected area overnight.
Any purulent pimples or bumps in the pelvic area can be symptoms of more serious diseases, so do not neglect the visit to doctors.