I have a very swollen tailbone- near the bottom of the tailbone there is a lump/ a swell. It is very uncomfortable and hurts to walk/lie down/sit down and is painful when i put any pressure on it. I have been taking painkillers which do take some of the pain away, but is this something that will go away on its own or should i see a doctor?
Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. Suggest you to see a doctor for this issue - the reasons is there are quite a few complications for the lumps on the tail bone / perianal region.2. Mostly possible cause will be hair follicular infection / infective etiology which is causing pain and tenderness.3. The treatment in this case after examination a course of antibiotic (if small one)4. If not responding to the treatment or larger then a small incision and Chat Doctor. 5. The complications are colonial sinus, fistulas (which needs operative treatments) so treat it as soon as you can - take good post procedural care. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query.Anything to ask do not hesitate. Thank you.