What Is the Treatment Process for Pilonidal Sinus, and Can It Be Covered by a Medical Health Card?

Based on your symptoms such as a visible lump on the outer side near the buttocks with occasional bleeding this is most commonly seen in pilonidal sinus, especially when the sinus tract becomes inflamed or infected.

Since you have not consulted a doctor recently, a physical examination is essential to confirm the diagnosis. During the consultation, the doctor will examine the lump or sinus, determine whether it is an early or chronic pilonidal sinus, and advise the appropriate treatment, which may include medicines, minor drainage, or surgery if required, along with providing a detailed prescription and a clear cost estimate.

If you have a medical health card, it can usually be utilized for consultation, investigations, and surgery, subject to policy terms; even without insurance, treatment can proceed with transparent pricing shared after evaluation.

Laser treatment is one of the most advanced and effective options for pilonidal sinus it is minimally invasive, does not involve large cuts or stitches, causes minimal pain and bleeding, requires no daily dressings, allows faster recovery, and has a lower recurrence rate compared to traditional open surgery.

Importantly, laser treatment does not require one to one-and-a-half months of bed rest, and most patients can return to routine activities within 2–5 days, depending on the stage of the disease.

It also does not affect bowel movements, as there are no open wounds near the anus and the procedure is performed within the sinus tract, making pain or bleeding during stool passage very rare.

The final cost of treatment depends on the clinical findings, stage of the condition, type of treatment advised, and insurance coverage, and a clear estimate is always provided after consultation to ensure complete transparency.