Two pilonidal sinus ops here, first one the surgeon took photos to show his medical students because the wound was so big, and every trainee practice nurse in Sussex got to come and admire it/pack it for months
Second one took 13 months to heal up completely, finally resolved by the consultant putting silver nitrate on the wound. Never has the phrase “Now, this may smart a bit, Mr MCTD” been so wide of the mark.
Couple of small ones since, dealt with by strong antibiotics, to which I am slightly allergic. Recent false alarm, resulting in a somewhat enlightening conversation with the GP about hair removal.
When you are prone to them, you are prone to them. 🙁