Apply phenol directly to the anus

Conflict of Interest: No conflict of interest was declared by the authors. Closure of the orifices was accepted as a complete cure. In both surgical and non-surgical treatments of PD, relapses can be a nightmare for surgeons. Digital rectal examination should be performed for the differential diagnosis of perianal manifestations. This particular patient group with deep intergluteal sulcus or obesity might not benefit from phenol application. All the field except the application area must be protected from phenol, especially the perianal region close to the anal verge. Surg Today.

Leading authors and educators all differ in their opinions and usually can be found in one of two camps—those who believe the undiluted application of essential oils is extremely beneficial and indeed called upon under specific circumstances and those who believe that essential oils should absolutely not be placed on the skin undiluted and that doing so is not only extremely hazardous but also unprofessional. In severe cases, the skin around the anus can tear producing liquid discharge. Best to err on the side of caution for sure. I love your common sense and straightforwardness. Please review our privacy policy. My own experience and practice have taught me that there are indeed times when the undiluted application of essential oils is called for.

Published online Apr 3. Well done for a great and useful article. People have that uncontrollable desire to scratch the area of anus due to intense irritation. Effectiveness of topical use of natural polyphenols for the treatment of sacrococcygeal pilonidal sinus disease: a retrospective study including patients. Phenols can have two or more hydroxy groups bonded to the aromatic ring s in the same molecule.