Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms After Anal Fistula Repair
Anal fistula Hello: I had surgery for an anal fistula twelve days ago and have returned for follow-up appointments twice. The doctor said no further follow-ups are needed, but recently I occasionally feel a tingling sensation around the anal area. Is this a normal occurrence?
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is normal to experience significant pain in the early stages after anal fistula surgery. However, after about ten days, the wound should start to heal, and a slight itching sensation is also normal. It is recommended to continue taking warm...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms After Anal Fistula Repair
Persistent Discharge After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect?
There is still pus 45 days after anal fistula surgery? Hello doctor, it has been 45 days since my anal fistula surgery, but I am still experiencing pus drainage, and my underwear has yellow-green liquid. Does this mean that the surgery was not performed cleanly?
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is normal to have discharge and slight bleeding from the wound for up to a month after anal fistula surgery until the wound is completely healed. It is recommended to take warm sitz baths frequently and to avoid spicy and irritating foods i...[Read More] Persistent Discharge After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect?
Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Fistula Surgery
Postoperative condition after fistula surgery? Hello Dr. Ke: I underwent fistula surgery on August 23. The surgeon mentioned that the wound is shallow and that the internal opening was successfully excised. I returned home for recovery the same day and did not require hospitaliza...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it is normal to have discharge and slight bleeding from the wound for up to a month after anal fistula surgery until the wound is fully healed. It is recommended to take warm sitz baths frequently and to avoid spicy and irritating foods in you...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care and Concerns After Fistula Surgery
Post-Surgery Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
After undergoing surgery for an anal fistula a few years ago, I have recently experienced bleeding. I would like to seek advice? Hello Dr. Ke, about 10 years ago I underwent surgery for an anal fistula, but in the past year, I have noticed bleeding occasionally when I experience ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, if the fistula surgery was performed ten years ago, the likelihood of recurrence is relatively low. The most probable cause of bleeding would be hemorrhoids. It is recommended to develop good dietary habits and a regular lifestyle while avoidi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Concerns: Yellow Discharge from Wound After Three Days
Three days post-surgery, there is yellow discharge from the wound? Hello doctor, I underwent a fistula surgery on July 17, and the doctor also removed my hemorrhoids. Today is the third day post-surgery. I have been taking sitz baths four times a day for 20 minutes each. Since ye...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, it's difficult to make a judgment based solely on your description. However, if you are properly taking sitz baths post-surgery, the wound typically should not become infected. Patients often mistake wound drainage for pus and become quit...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Yellow Discharge from Wound After Three Days
Post-Surgery Concerns: Persistent Discharge After Anal Canal Surgery
Post-operative discharge after anal and rectal surgery? Hello Doctor, I underwent an anal fistula and drainage tube removal surgery at Taitung Hospital on March 27, 2013. The doctor opted for a non-sutured natural healing method, so I followed the doctor's instructions to wa...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the wound from anal fistula surgery typically takes about one month to heal completely, and the scar tissue should soften within three months, at which point you should no longer feel any hard tissue. However, a small percentage of patients ma...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Persistent Discharge After Anal Canal Surgery
Understanding Anal Cryptitis: Treatment Options and Recovery Time
Anal cryptitis Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I experienced a thrombosed external hemorrhoid (on the right side of the anus), and I underwent a thrombectomy. The wound healed after a week. Since then, I have felt discomfort on the other side (left side) of the anus when sitting, o...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: 1. If the inflammation of the anal crypt is mild, antibiotic treatment is not necessary, and it typically resolves within about a week. If topical ointments are ineffective, oral antibiotics may be used in conjunction. 2. If the anal crypt is only inflamed without the form...[Read More] Understanding Anal Cryptitis: Treatment Options and Recovery Time
Can Anal Fistula Recur After Surgery? Understanding Post-Operative Concerns
Is it possible for a fistula to recur after anal fistula surgery? Hello Dr. Ke, I underwent anal fistula surgery 12 days ago. During the first week post-surgery, the discharge from the site was mostly blood-tinged fluid. In the past week, there has been no blood, but the discharg...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, the wound from anal fistula surgery typically takes about a month to heal completely. During this period, blood stains, purulent discharge, and even small amounts of fecal matter may appear on the cotton. If this condition persists for more th...[Read More] Can Anal Fistula Recur After Surgery? Understanding Post-Operative Concerns
Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Managing Pain and Wound Healing
Just underwent anal fistula surgery? I was admitted to the hospital on January 8 for anal fistula surgery. Upon discharge, the nurse provided me with a bottle of medication (POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE 4%) to be diluted with warm water for sitz baths three times a day. Nurse A mention...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Warm sitz baths after anal fistula surgery are necessary; otherwise, the risk of wound infection may worsen. If the wound is not inflamed but soaking in medicated water causes severe pain, soaking in plain water is also acceptable. If even soaking in plain water is painful, it is...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Managing Pain and Wound Healing
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Discharge and Hard Lumps After Anal Fistula Surgery
Postoperative care after anal fistula surgery? Two weeks ago, I underwent an anal fistula incision surgery, but the wound is still discharging a small amount of yellow secretion, and there is a small hard lump next to the wound. After my follow-up appointment, the doctor said I d...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal fistula surgery, the wound will not be sutured, so there may be some discharge from the wound within the first month post-surgery. The hard lump around the wound is also a normal change during the tissue healing process. As long as there is no redness, swelling, heat, ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Discharge and Hard Lumps After Anal Fistula Surgery
Post-Surgery Care Tips for Anal Fistula Patients: Travel and Bathing Safety
Postoperative Care Instructions for Anal Fistula Surgery Hello Doctor: I have an anal fistula about the size of a red bean, which is painful and occasionally discharges blood or pus. A colorectal surgeon at a major hospital diagnosed it as a simple anal fistula and recommended su...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal fistula surgery, it generally takes about a month for the wound to fully heal. During the first two weeks post-surgery, there may still be some bleeding, and prolonged walking can cause pain at the wound site. If you plan to visit Hokkaido for hot springs at the end of...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care Tips for Anal Fistula Patients: Travel and Bathing Safety
Understanding Anal Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Anal issues Hello Dr. Ke, I previously had an anal fistula, which was surgically treated and healed (about three years ago on the right side of the anus). Recently (on 10/25/2012), I felt some discomfort in the anal area (a strange sensation during anal contraction, not painful,...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. In addition to the possibility of recurrent anal abscess, it could also be an acute episode of thrombosed hemorrhoids, but it is difficult to determine without direct observation. 2. If it is an anal abscess, surgical treatment is recommended; however, if there is no fever or...[Read More] Understanding Anal Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding Anal Fistula: Symptoms, Surgery, and Post-Operative Care
Anal fistula The symptoms began around August of last year, with intermittent yellow-green discharge from the anus that is odorless. Bowel movements are normal and painless, but occasionally there is some blood. In early March of this year, I underwent surgery at the hospital; th...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems that the anal fistula has recurred. Typically, anal fistula surgery involves suturing the wound with absorbable sutures, which will dissolve or fall off on their own after about a week. The wound generally heals within a month; however, there i...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistula: Symptoms, Surgery, and Post-Operative Care
Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Itching and Pain After Anal Fistula Repair
Regarding anal abscess surgery? Dear Doctor: I had surgery for an anal abscess (fistula surgery) last year, and the wound has healed, but there is a small scar left. Occasionally, I feel itching around the anus. I have gotten used to washing the anal area with clean water after b...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After surgery for an anal abscess, the wound is considered healed as long as there is no swelling, pain, or discharge. Cleaning the anal area is a good hygiene practice, but it should be done gently since the skin around the anus is relatively delicate. Vigorous cleaning may caus...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Itching and Pain After Anal Fistula Repair
Understanding Anal Fistula Surgery: When Recovery Goes Wrong
Anal fistula Hello doctor, I underwent a fistula excision surgery on September 21 of last year, and to this day, the wound is still bleeding. After the fistula excision in October, I returned for a follow-up, and the doctor said everything was fine. In November, the doctor again ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
For simple fistula surgeries, the wound should heal in about a month. The recovery time for complex fistulas depends on the complexity and the surgical method used; however, it generally does not exceed three months. It is unusual for you to still have not healed nearly six month...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistula Surgery: When Recovery Goes Wrong
Is It Hemorrhoids or an Abscess? Understanding Your Symptoms
Unsure if it's hemorrhoids or an abscess? Hello Doctor: I had anal fistula surgery last year, and it has been over two months now. I thought I was feeling better, so I reduced the frequency of warm sitz baths. Recently, I noticed a small bump about 1 cm below the center of m...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If this "pimple" is located near the original surgical site, the likelihood of a fistula recurrence may be higher. However, as you mentioned, it could also be a hemorrhoidal lesion. To determine the exact issue, it is best to consult a physician for an accurate diagnosi...[Read More] Is It Hemorrhoids or an Abscess? Understanding Your Symptoms
Post-Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect and Recovery Tips
After anal fistula surgery..? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my situation. I had a fistula surgery at a clinic in Taichung (not a hospital, as I thought it would be more cost-effective). The surgery was performed under local anesthesia, and I did not require hospital...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal fistula surgery, it is normal for the wound to heal slowly; the goal is to reduce the recurrence rate of the fistula. Generally, it is not recommended to scrub the wound to avoid complications such as bleeding, infection, and pain. According to the physician, a linear ...[Read More] Post-Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect and Recovery Tips
Understanding Chronic Anal Fistulas: Healing and Long-Term Effects
Anal fistula Hello, Doctor: I had surgery for my fistula about 7 or 8 months ago. Just two days ago, I showed the wound to my family, and they said it has healed, but there is still some mild redness around the area. I am no longer experiencing any unexplained discharge. However,...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the wound has already healed and there is no discharge, what is the basis for your belief that it has not been cured? Fistula surgery typically results in a larger wound, which leads to slower healing and usually forms a deeper scar. As long as there is no recurrence of swelli...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Anal Fistulas: Healing and Long-Term Effects
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Discharge and Bleeding After Fistula Repair
Anal fistula Hello doctor, I had a fistula surgery a month ago. The outside of the wound looks like it has healed, but there is still a little discharge that resembles pus. Is this normal? Also, last week I experienced some bleeding while using the restroom due to hard stools. Wi...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The recovery period after fistula surgery is generally longer, typically requiring one to two months. During this time, there may be discharge from the wound. If the wound has healed but purulent discharge appears, it may indicate a recurrence of the fistula. It is generally reco...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Discharge and Bleeding After Fistula Repair
Understanding the Differences Between Anal Fistulas and Cancer
Anal fistulas and cancer are completely different conditions? Hello Dr. Ke, I initially thought that anal fistulas were related to cancer. I underwent surgery at National Taiwan University Hospital on August 30, and today I saw that you previously mentioned they are completely un...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Anal fistulas are a complication resulting from bacterial infections around the anus, creating a channel between the skin and the rectum. This channel can repeatedly become infected and exude fluid, so surgical removal is recommended. Cancer, on the other hand, involves abnormal ...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Anal Fistulas and Cancer