hi everyone. ive been suffering this pilonidal disease for 3 years. until i had my surgery done 1 week ago, ive a 4 inch deep open wound and bot 3 inches long,ive a long way to go to recovery. but im in no pain since, i hope it will never come back. its hell the pain.i never new it was very common. i had never heard of it before. i was told it was a male thing. but im female. i was so embarresed. dont be afraid to get the surgery done. best decision i ever made. the wound itsnt to sore. good luck everyone.