Sacral dimple

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Complications

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Rarely, as your child gets older (especially during adolescence and adulthood), the sacral dimple may become infected and form a cyst (pilonidal cyst). This is usually due to hair, oil secretion and friction in the area. If a cyst occurs, your child's doctor may recommend surgery to drain or remove the cyst.

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May 16, 2008

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