I've been dealing with an abscess on my buttocks for the last 8 months, and it just won't go away. It causes a lot of itching, and now I've even noticed black spots appearing. It's really frustrating. What can I do to get rid of the abscess, the itching, and these black spots?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

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That could be Pilonidal Sinus,visit General surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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