10 Causes and Symptoms of Pilonidal Cysts

2. Fast-Growing Hair

Body hair can be a troublesome topic for many people, and it is even considered taboo by many cultures around the world. Having too much body hair - and especially body hair that re-grows fast - can increase your chances of having a pilonidal cyst. The more hair you have, the more likely it is that a hair follicle becomes trapped under the skin, creating an infection and causing pain and swelling. At first, symptoms might appear vague and difficult to spot, but over time an abscess may form over the area, indicating an infection.