Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Anal Fistula and Blister Concerns
Issues related to the presence of blisters at the anal opening and fistula surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent anal fistula surgery two years ago, and this year I had two more surgeries at the end of July and the beginning of October. The surgical area is from the anal opening to...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There are no visible wounds on the surface, but as long as the inside of the anus has not fully healed, there may still be some discharge. If ointment is still being used, the discharge may appear to be more abundant. If there is no swelling, pain, or bleeding, there is likely no...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Symptoms: Anal Fistula and Blister Concerns
Post-Surgery Leakage: Understanding Fistula Repair Complications
Fistula surgery with postoperative leakage after bowel movement? Hello doctor, I had a fistula surgery on September 26, and it has been almost two months since then. I still have some yellowish discharge, and I’ve noticed a small amount of fecal leakage about half an hour after e...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
If the wound from the fistula surgery is relatively large, it is common to have some discharge before healing is complete. As long as there are no signs of infection such as redness, swelling, heat, pain, or fever, it can be monitored. It is also quite common to experience a slig...[Read More] Post-Surgery Leakage: Understanding Fistula Repair Complications
Post-Surgery Care: Understanding Sitz Baths and Wound Healing After Fistula Surgery
Post-operative care for fistula surgery: sitz baths and wiping issues? Hello, Doctor. I underwent a fistula excision surgery on November 3rd (Friday) and returned for a follow-up appointment today, November 9th (Thursday). I had been using sitz baths to care for the postoperative...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Postoperative wound healing typically involves the formation of granulation tissue. However, if the tissue is not overly prominent or prone to bleeding, it is generally not a concern. In the outpatient setting, silver nitrate can be used to cauterize and control the growth of gra...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Understanding Sitz Baths and Wound Healing After Fistula Surgery
Understanding Anal Fistula Recurrence: Risks and Surgical Options
Recurrence of anal fistula? Hello Doctor, I underwent surgery to remove an anal fistula in January of this year, but the wound has not fully healed. During a follow-up appointment at the end of August, it was determined that the fistula had recurred. The surgeon who initially per...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Superficial fistulas, if left untreated temporarily, will not undergo malignant transformation. However, if they are shallow and connected to the anal glands, they may still be prone to inflammation and swelling. 2. Most fistula surgeries do not involve suturing the wound; i...[Read More] Understanding Anal Fistula Recurrence: Risks and Surgical Options
Understanding Recovery After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello, Doctor. I underwent anal fistula surgery in June, and it has been four months since then. I have been monitoring the healing progress of the wound, but currently, there is still a small opening visible when my anus is relaxed, although it is not v...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the surgery was performed four months ago, the wound should be fully healed by now. The small hole you described may just be a remnant of the surgical scar. However, if you still see an unhealed wound, it is best to consult the surgeon again to rule out the possibility of recu...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect
Understanding Healing After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect
Healing after anal fistula surgery? Hello, I underwent anal fistula surgery around mid-August this year. I have been recovering since then, and most of the wound has healed, but for some reason, there is a small wound on the outside of the fistula that has not yet healed (I have ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Fistula surgery may take several weeks or even months to fully heal, depending on the size of the wound. If there is a small wound without signs of redness, swelling, heat, pain, or purulent discharge, it can be monitored, and regular follow-up appointments can be scheduled to as...[Read More] Understanding Healing After Anal Fistula Surgery: What to Expect
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Swelling After Anal Fistula Surgery
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. I had a drainage tube surgery on September 4th, and during my follow-up appointment on September 9th, the doctor treated some swelling at the wound site using electrocautery. On September 16th, during...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The surgical incision in the image is already quite inconspicuous, but recurrence at the same site is rare after fistula surgery. There is a pustule on the skin in the image; if it is connected to the surgical site, it can be slightly incised for drainage. Once the drainage is cl...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Swelling After Anal Fistula Surgery
Understanding Wound Healing Issues After Fistula Surgery: When to Seek Help
Wound healing issues It has been three months since my anal fistula surgery, and there is still serous fluid draining from my anus. I underwent another debridement on August 11, and as of the 24th, the serous fluid is still present, and I feel no improvement. After debridement, h...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
You can return to the outpatient clinic for consultation.[Read More] Understanding Wound Healing Issues After Fistula Surgery: When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Complications: Stitch Issues After Fistula Procedure
The stitches came loose on the second day post-surgery? Dear Dr. Chang, I returned home to rest the day after my fistula surgery, but on the morning of the second day post-operation, I noticed some of the sutures had come loose (some have fallen off, while others are still attac...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Fistula surgery will use absorbable sutures, which may come loose if there is significant tension on the wound; this is normal as long as there is no excessive bleeding. No urgent intervention is required. If the suture is hanging outside, avoid pulling on it. You can carefully t...[Read More] Post-Surgery Complications: Stitch Issues After Fistula Procedure
Managing Post-Surgery Anxiety: Understanding Pain and Bleeding After Fistula Repair
It has been six months since the fistula surgery, and the wound is painful and bleeding? I had anal fistula surgery in January of this year. Recently, when wiping after a bowel movement, I've noticed a small amount of blood near the surgical site. Sometimes, if I sit for too...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
During anal fistula surgery, when the wound is larger, it is possible to encounter a situation where the doctor mentions that the skin has not fully healed. At this time, the fragile epithelium and granulation tissue may experience slight bleeding due to friction. Fistulas rarely...[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Anxiety: Understanding Pain and Bleeding After Fistula Repair
Understanding Post-Surgery Tissue Fluid: Insights on Fistula Recovery
After fistula surgery, there is still tissue fluid present? I had a fistula surgery on May 1st, and it has been three months since then. My anus is still draining tissue fluid. The doctor said that it is normal to have tissue fluid drainage because the wound is still scabbing. Is...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
A wound should be completely healed within three months. If there is still discharge, the possibility of recurrence should be considered. Please have the surgeon re-evaluate the situation.[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Tissue Fluid: Insights on Fistula Recovery
Post-Surgery Concerns: Healing Issues After Anal Fistula Surgery
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello Doctor: I underwent anal fistula surgery in mid-June, with the location approximately at the 6 o'clock position of the anus. The wound has not fully healed yet, but I recently noticed a small abrasion in the area that had previously healed aft...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If there is no redness, swelling, heat, pain, or purulent discharge, then it should be fine. After surgery, the healing skin is more fragile, so it is possible for the skin to break due to activity. You can apply ointment and observe the area. If the wound continues to not heal, ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Healing Issues After Anal Fistula Surgery
Persistent Wound in Groin After Surgery: Concerns and Next Steps
Wound in the groin that is not healing? Hello Doctor, I underwent a fistula surgery on January 3rd this year, and there is a small wound in the gluteal cleft, between the coccyx and the anal area, that has not healed. According to the surgeon, the wound is very small, similar to ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the wound is located at the surgical site and has not healed after six months, it is important to consider the possibility of recurrence. However, erosion of the coccyx is unlikely to occur. It is advisable to have a colorectal surgeon reassess the situation.[Read More] Persistent Wound in Groin After Surgery: Concerns and Next Steps
Post-Surgery Dietary Guidance for Anal Fistula Patients: Low Residue Diet Options
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello, doctor. I had a fistula surgery on July 1 and was discharged on July 3. Since then, I have been experiencing continuous diarrhea (averaging once an hour). I stopped using stool softeners, and my condition has slightly improved. The postoperative m...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Fistula surgery is different from hemorrhoid surgery, and generally, there is no need for stool softeners postoperatively. If there is concern about bowel movements irritating the wound, a low-residue diet can help reduce stool volume. Once the wound has healed more, a return to ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Dietary Guidance for Anal Fistula Patients: Low Residue Diet Options
Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bowel Movements After Fistula Surgery
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello doctor, I underwent fistula surgery on July 1st. After being discharged, I have been taking stool softeners (once in the morning and once in the evening). However, yesterday, July 3rd, I accidentally took the stool softener in the morning and again...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After surgery, the wound may experience swelling and a foreign body sensation, which can sometimes be mistaken for the urge to defecate. It is important not to strain on the toilet to avoid affecting the wound. Instead, you can take warm sitz baths and increase your fluid intake ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Managing Bowel Movements After Fistula Surgery
Managing Post-Surgery Skin Tears Near Anal Fistula: Tips and Concerns
The surgical wound from an anal fistula has become dehiscent? Hello Doctor, I had anal fistula surgery at the beginning of the year, and recently I accidentally caused a small abrasion around the anus while wiping. The wound is located near the surgical site. After a consultation...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The source of a fistula is the anal glands, so simple skin breaks will not lead to the recurrence of a fistula. Over-the-counter antibiotic ointments can be applied, but it is important to note that prolonged use may increase the risk of skin allergies.[Read More] Managing Post-Surgery Skin Tears Near Anal Fistula: Tips and Concerns
How Long Does It Take for Anal Fistula Surgery Wounds to Heal?
Post-anal fistula surgery Hello doctor, I had an anal fistula surgery a month ago. A few days ago, the doctor said that my recovery is going well and that I don't need to return for a follow-up, just to apply the medication. I just want to know how long it will take for the ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
A wound size of 4 cm in width and 2 cm in depth is considered common for fistula surgeries, typically requiring 4 to 6 weeks for healing, although this may vary slightly depending on individual health and nutritional status.[Read More] How Long Does It Take for Anal Fistula Surgery Wounds to Heal?
Understanding Recovery After Fistula Surgery: Key Questions Answered
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor, during my follow-up appointment, I asked about the healing status of my wound. The doctor said it was okay, mentioning that it has only been two weeks and that the location of my fistula would heal more slowly. I would like to ask: 1. Does the l...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. If the location is in an area that is easily subjected to movement, the recovery may be slower, but not significantly so. The healing of a fistula typically takes several weeks. 2. Neomycin ointment contains antibiotic components and is suitable for use after surgery when th...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Fistula Surgery: Key Questions Answered
Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Healing Insights and FAQs
Postoperative care after anal fistula surgery? Hello doctor, I have already had two surgeries and it has been a week. I just want to ask: 1. Why does it feel itchy when I apply medication to the wound, but it goes away after a while? 2. The surgeon said my wound is 4 cm long and ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. The wound may experience pain and itching before it fully heals; applying ointment and taking sitz baths can provide relief. 2. A wound measuring 4 centimeters long and 2 centimeters deep is not considered too large in the context of fistula surgery. 3. Depending on individual...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care for Anal Fistula: Healing Insights and FAQs
Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Fecal Incontinence After Fistula Repair
Fecal incontinence after fistula surgery? Hello, doctor. Today is the 9th day since I had my fistula surgery. Since the surgery, whenever I sit for a longer period, I feel something coming out from my anus. Each time I remove the dressing to check, I notice that not only is there...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After the fistula surgery, pain and swelling at the surgical site may affect the sensation of bowel movements. If the stool is relatively loose at this time, there may be a feeling of incontinence. If the patient does not typically experience constipation, there is no need for st...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Understanding Fecal Incontinence After Fistula Repair