Can pilonidal cysts cause back pain?

Oh god, I had this and I kept googling if my spine was damaged because of the lower back ache. It turns out the inflammation of the cyst just spreads the pain around the whole lower back area. Please don't worry too much, but do get it checked by a doctor soon.

My surgeon explained that because the pilonidal sinus is located at the coccyx, any swelling causes localized inflammation that feels like deep lower back pain. It is not actually spinal back pain, but rather referred pain from the cyst infection itself.

Yes, the pressure near the tailbone mimics severe back pain. If you're planning a doctor visit, ask them beforehand if an ultrasound is needed so you can budget for it. Sometimes public hospitals do these basic scans at a fraction of the private clinic costs.

Actually yaar, it completely ruins your sitting posture, which makes your back hurt like crazy. I thought I had a slipped disc or something initially. You should definitely show it to a general surgeon before it swells up more.

Yes, they can make your whole lower back and hips ache quite a bit because of the pressure. Just try to lie on your side instead of sitting directly on it. Take care and I hope you feel better soon.