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What To Do For Pain On Butt Crack Near Tailbone?
There is a lot of pain on my butt crack near my tailbone I cant sit, bend over or even walk without it hurting so bad ... I cant touch or put pressure on the area it feels swollen a little and really irritated...what is it? should I go to the emergency room?
Wed, 30 Dec 2020
Hi,
It could be due to infection. An abscess is a possibility. Please go to ER and get it excluded. If pus is present, it has to be drained. Nothing to worry.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hari Charan Perigela, General Surgeon
It could be due to infection. An abscess is a possibility. Please go to ER and get it excluded. If pus is present, it has to be drained. Nothing to worry.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hari Charan Perigela, General Surgeon
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