Diseases and Conditions
Pilonidal cyst
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Treatment
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Risk factors
Certain factors can make you more susceptible to developing pilonidal cysts, such as:
- Male sex
- Younger age (pilonidal cysts are most common in people in their 20s)
- Obesity
- Inactive lifestyle
- Occupation requiring prolonged sitting
- Excess body hair
- Stiff or coarse hair
