A pilonidal cyst is a swelling that starts under the skin on the sacrum near the tail bone. It may look like a small dimple. Because it often has an opening to the surface, it may become infected with normal skin bacteria. Read on to learn how to care for yourself at home.
Infected Ingrown Toenail (Antibiotics, No Excision)
An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail grows sideways into the skin alongside the nail. This can cause pain. It can also lead to an infection with redness, swelling, and sometimes drainage. Read on to learn more about care.
Sometimes a type of skin cancer called melanoma can grow in or near the mole. In other cases, a mole may be bothersome. In either case, removal (excision) of a problem mole can be done.
