What to do, if a cone appeared on the coccyx and is unbearably painful?

The coccyx is 4-5 rudimentary vertebrae of the inferior part of the human spine.

This formation appears in the process of evolution, beginning with naholapithecus, then in other tailless primates and humans.

The tailbone itself is nothing but a rudimentary tail, but its functions are not rudimentary:

• to the front sections of the coccyx is attached ligaments and muscles that participate in the work of the urogenital system, the large intestine( its distal sections);
• to the coccyx is attached muscle beams of the gluteus maximus, which are the thigh extensors;
• is a fulcrum: when a person makes inclines back, part of the load goes exactly to the coccyx.

The coccyx is a pyramid, which is directed up and down with its apex. From the base of the coccyx, the upper articular processes( coccygeal horns) that connect with the sacral horns form a sacrococcygeal joint. The mobility of the department is more pronounced in women: so during the birth, to increase the birth canal, the coccyx can "go" back.

A cone on the coccyx is an excuse to go to the doctor's appointment, as it can talk about various pathologies that occur in the human body, and, in some cases, very serious.

A cone may not be felt for a long time, but this is not a reason to forget about it, since after such a lull, it can make itself felt very serious manifestations.

Reasons for which the coccyx "swells"

Reasons why a cone may appear on the coccyx:

1. Hematoma .Once suffered unsuccessful fall on the "soft spot", can appear as a bump on the coccyx, which is nothing more than a hematoma. Here it is necessary to calculate the size of the lesion: if the hematoma of small size - it will pass itself, and if it is impressive, it is necessary to go to the doctor with subsequent opening, as in such hematomas often there can be a suppuration and often a liquid is released.
2. Furuncle .It can appear as a result of hypothermia, shaving of hair in this part of the body, non-observance of the rules of personal hygiene. In no case squeeze the boil can not! Here, dry heat, ichthyol ointment and physiological procedures are used.
3. Epithelial coccygeal cyst - congenital pathology, laid down in the period of embryonic development. At this time in the area of ​​the coccyx appears a narrow channel( open or closed) with epithelial tissue. This cyst is often prone to suppuration. In some cases, it opens itself to the outside, which facilitates the human condition, and sometimes it is opened in the rectum, with the formation of a fistula. If such a process does not occur, surgical intervention is necessary, since suppurations of the cyst provoke pain in the coccyx region, body temperature increases to 39 degrees.
4. Osteomyelitis - bone pathology, manifested as a hill in the coccyx.
5. Preserch teratoma is a congenital pathology, a tumor with which half of the newborns do not survive.
6. Cerebrospinal hernia is a pathology of an innate nature in the form of a hernial sac filled with cerebrospinal fluid.

Gender factor

The appearance of the cone on the coccyx in women is of the same nature as that of men, the causes are largely similar( spinal hernia, osteomyelitis, cyst, furuncle, hematoma), with the only exception, often a build-up may appear during pregnancy due to a high loadon the lumbar spine and coccyx. Otherwise, the cones on the coccyx in women are much less common than in men.

In men, the most common cone on the coccyx occurs as a result of various diseases, but mostly - it's a cyst. It is laid down even during embryonic development and the hereditary factor plays here not the last role.

For a long time, the cyst does not make itself felt, and therefore the doctor is only treated after the plugging of the excretory duct has occured and aching pain and suppuration begin to appear.

At the first signs it is necessary to visit a proctologist doctor who will prescribe adequate treatment.

Concomitant symptomatology

The growth on the coccyx, which has appeared as a result of injury can be characterized by a number of symptoms:

• hematoma;
• pain during bowel movements;
• pain during exercise;
• pain after injury;
• manifestations can manifest themselves after a long time after trauma.

Cones arising from a fracture of the coccyx will make itself felt by such symptoms:

• pain during intercourse;
• burning in the coccyx;
• pain in the pelvis.

Coccyx cyst has the following symptoms:

• formation of epithelial courses;
• excretion of pus;
• increased body temperature to 39 degrees.

Osteomyelitis is manifested by the following symptoms:

• painful on palpation of the affected area;
• pain when walking, squats, sitting, inclines;
• formation of fistulous passages:
• purulent discharge from the fistula;
• the skin around the fistula is edematous.

Symptoms of spinal hernia:

• diseases of the genital organs;
• tenderness of the rectum;
• spasms of the muscles of the gluteal region;
• kidney pathology;
• purulent discharge in case of severe inflammation;
• compaction in the area of ​​inflammation;
• increased body temperature;
• disorders are sexual, urination, defecation, sleep disturbance.

Boil and its symptoms:

• appearance in the coccyx of a painful seal with a purulent stem;
• pain during palpation.

Presarral teratoma is diagnosed during pregnancy through a hardware diagnosis - ultrasound or immediately after the baby's birth. The tumor in the sacrococcygeal department can be from 1 to 30 centimeters.

In some cases, the tumor is larger than the size of the child. Teratoma is accompanied by concomitant symptoms:

• intrauterine heart failure;
• fetal hydrops;
• constipation;
• difficult urination;
• skeletal abnormalities;
• developmental defects of the lower gastrointestinal tract;
• atresia of the urethra.

Setting the right diagnosis is an important task for

In order to avoid complications, you need to see a doctor immediately after the slightest hint of problems with the coccyx. Early diagnosis will help to establish a correct diagnosis and avoid timely negative consequences by timely treatment.

First of all, the doctor prescribes a radiographic examination that will confirm or exclude a fracture of the coccyx. If it is not found, the following examination is performed - ultrasound.

In the most difficult situations, MRI is used. This method is the main one, since it allows to determine the state of bone, soft tissues, nerve fibers, spinal cord and vessels passing through the coccyx.

Therapeutic measures

Treatment of cones that jumped in the coccyx region depends on the cause of its occurrence.

Presence of a bruise

Treatment of a coccyx injury immediately after injury is the imposition of cold on the damaged area. Hot baths, physical activity are strictly contraindicated.

In turn, it is important to comply with bed rest. Also, hematomas can be treated with rubbing ointments: Indovazin, Lyoton, Fastum-gel, etc.

Therapy of boils

The furuncle is treated at the initial stage with the use of a UV lamp, anti-inflammatory external agents, Vishnevsky ointment or Ihtiolova( contribute to the early ripening and dissection of the abscess).If at this stage to see a doctor, he will speed up the process, with further opening of the abscess and treatment with his antiseptic means.

Further treatment will consist exclusively in changing dressings with antiseptics( Furacilin, Chlorgexin) and antibacterial ointments( Levomecol, Synthomycin).

If the abscess has opened itself, the place should be treated with hydrogen peroxide with subsequent application of bandages with Levomecov gel ointment until complete recovery. If the furuncle is started before the abscess or phlegmon stage, the question is solved exclusively by the operative way with the application of dressings.

What to do if the

cyst has jumped out Treatment of cysts with folk and medicines almost never yields the proper result, and any medical specialist will prescribe an operative intervention, after which a person will completely forget about the existence of such a problem.

The operation is simple and the result is guaranteed. To remove the cyst, the doctor makes a cut, then removes the accumulated pus.

This is followed by a postoperative period during which the patient must comply with the doctor's recommendations:

• prohibits the lifting of heavy objects;
• is prohibited from sitting and lying on your back for three weeks;
• after the removal of joints is prohibited from visiting the pool, the sea;
• half a year is prohibited from depilation of the operated site;
• should be visited regularly by the attending physician.

As for folk methods of treatment, apply:

• lotion with tincture of calendula( in the solution the napkin is wetted and applied to the affected place), the application time is 3-4 hours, the procedure is repeated 6-7 times;
• tar compresses: mix 1 large spoon of tar and 2 large tablespoons of butter, mix well and use as a compress before going to bed;
• on the affected place to smear toothpaste with the extracts of conifers, soak for 2-3 minutes and rinse.

Coccygeal osteomyelitis

Treatment of osteomyelitis of the coccyx includes the use of conservative and surgical methods:

• dissection of the passages( fistulous);
• administration of immunostimulants;
• coccyx resection;
• antibiotic therapy;
• sequestrectomy( periosteum retained);
• physiotherapy.

Preserch teratoma

The tumor is detected by ultrasound and the contents are removed by perinatal puncture.

If the tumor has not been removed in the womb, the fetus is removed by caesarean section, and then the formation is immediately removed, together with the part of the coccyx.

In the case of malignant cells, chemotherapy or radiotherapy is prescribed.

Spinal hernia

The most common coccygeal hernia is treated with conservative methods: the appointment of anti-inflammatory drugs( steroid and non-steroid).Such pills, injections, blockades relieve the inflammation of the body and improve the overall condition.

The second method of treatment is physiotherapy. In this case, ultrasound, magnetotherapy, electrophoresis is used.

Therapeutic physical training also plays an important role, because thanks to specially selected exercises, endorphins are produced, most of the pelvic muscles are strengthened. It is not unusual to use manual therapy in the form of traction traction. Surgery is extremely rare.

What is the danger?

It would seem that such an insignificant manifestation as a bump on the coccyx does not bode ill. In fact, after an injury, there may be formations that lead to changes in the entire vertebral column.

Cones, which are accompanied by suppuration, are even more terrible, since pus that gets into the blood can lead to sepsis, and this, in turn, is fatal.

The launched benign cyst can also develop into a malignant entity, getting rid of it will be harder and more dangerous.

For the prevention of

To prevent the formation of accretions in the coccyx region, it is necessary: ​​

• to observe the rules of personal hygiene;
• get rid of excess weight;
• wear loose clothing that does not impede movement;
• to lead an active lifestyle.