Hair dresser's syndrome:: A case report of an interdigital pilonidal sinus and review of the literature

Background. Hair dresser's disease is produced by short hairs that penetrate the interdigital spaces of the hand. Objective. A case and review of the literature of pilonidal sinus in the interdigital web are reported. Methods. Surgical excision and secondary healing are the preferred methods of treatment to prevent recurrence. We have performed a rotation flap for the defect formed after excision. Results. The patient was not hospitalized, and postoperative patient comfort prevention of the recurrences was achieved. Conclusion. This acquired occupational disease is rare and preventable. The personal hygiene and use of protective barrier creams or gloves could prevent the formation of the disease.