Post-Fistula Surgery: Managing Bowel Movements and Infection Risks
Bowel movements after fistula surgery? Hello doctor, I had a fistula surgery on February 19, and I noticed that the wound is close to the anus. Every time I have a bowel movement, a lot of feces gets on it. I first wipe with toilet paper, then use wet wipes, and finally rinse wit...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The wound from a fistula surgery has irregular edges, making it difficult to clean thoroughly, and vigorous scrubbing is not recommended. It is generally advised to rinse with water and use moist wipes for assistance in cleaning. A small amount of residual stool is acceptable and...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Managing Bowel Movements and Infection Risks
Post-Fistula Surgery Care: Managing Pain and Medication Application
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor, I underwent a fistula excision surgery on January 11th. I am taking sitz baths four times a day, and I experience slightly more pain than usual during the baths, along with some bleeding. I would like to know if this is normal. The surgeon presc...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
It is normal to experience slightly more pain and some bleeding during sitz baths before the wound has healed, and this will improve over time. If sitz baths are performed more frequently, the amount of ointment can be reduced, and it may even be sufficient to apply it only in th...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery Care: Managing Pain and Medication Application
Post-Fistula Surgery: Do You Need Assistance for Recovery?
Post-fistula surgery After the fistula surgery, will I need assistance, or can I manage all my daily activities independently until discharge? The surgery has already been scheduled, and the doctor mentioned that I can be discharged the day after the surgery. Also, will I be able...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Postoperative pain is the main concern after a simple fistula surgery. With appropriate analgesics, daily activities can be managed independently. Patients can resume normal bowel movements and bathing after the procedure. There may be a small amount of blood and discharge from t...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Do You Need Assistance for Recovery?
Post-Fistula Surgery: Persistent Discharge and Blood After Two Months
Two months after the fistula surgery, there is still discharge and blood? It has been two months since the fistula surgery, and I have been maintaining sitz baths four times a day. However, I still have discharge and some blood. It has been confirmed that the external wound has h...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
In general, fistula surgery creates an open wound both inside and outside the anus. In addition to completely excising the fistulous tissue, the goal is for the wound to heal from the inside out, preventing the skin from closing over a cavity that remains internally. Therefore, b...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Persistent Discharge and Blood After Two Months
Post-Fistula Surgery: Managing Blood in Stool and Healing Tips
Post-fistula surgery After 60 days post-fistula surgery, it is possible to see some blood in the stool occasionally. This may be due to hard stools or the stool irritating the granulation tissue at the fistula site. Is it advisable to perform some Kegel exercises to promote wound...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Kegel exercises do not enhance wound healing, but they are effective for strengthening the pelvic floor muscles.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Managing Blood in Stool and Healing Tips
Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Recurrence and Symptoms
Post-fistula surgery Hello, doctor. I had a fistula surgery six years ago, but recently while showering, I noticed a deeper, tubular structure beneath the scar of the fistula (which I hadn't noticed before). Could this indicate a recurrence? I usually don't experience p...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If there is a recurrence, a physician should be consulted for evaluation, as it could also be scar tissue. If there is no redness, swelling, heat, or pain, it may be appropriate to continue observation; otherwise, a follow-up examination with a physician is necessary.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Recurrence and Symptoms
Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Anal Sensitivity and Sexual Activity
Anal intercourse after anal fistula? Hello, doctor! Before my fistula surgery, I engaged in normal and safe anal intercourse, using lubrication and taking necessary precautions. However, after the fistula surgery, I had a recovery period of six months during which I did not engag...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After fistula surgery, a scar tissue may form across the anal opening. Since scar tissue lacks elasticity, discomfort may occur during anal intercourse due to the repeated stretching. Theoretically, the wound should be fully healed six months post-surgery; however, discomfort may...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Anal Sensitivity and Sexual Activity
Understanding Post-Fistula Surgery: Healing Signs and Concerns
Post-fistula surgery It has been about a month since the drainage tube surgery (September 19). I had a follow-up appointment last week (October 17), and the doctor checked the wound and found no major issues. I was prescribed antibiotics and ointment to continue using. Today, whi...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Without a personal examination, it is impossible to determine whether it is a recurrence or a scar. If there is no redness, swelling, or pain, it is advisable to observe the situation first; otherwise, a follow-up examination and treatment by a physician are necessary.[Read More] Understanding Post-Fistula Surgery: Healing Signs and Concerns
Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Discharge and Potential Infection Concerns
Post-fistula surgery Hello, doctor. I had a fistula surgery about a month ago. Two weeks ago, the surgeon told me that I no longer needed to take sitz baths and that I didn't need to return for follow-up appointments, just to apply medication. However, it has been over a mon...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal fistula surgery, it is common to have wound discharge that may last for 1-2 months. Taking warm sitz baths should help. If the wound does not show improvement, it is advisable to return to the physician for a thorough examination.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Discharge and Potential Infection Concerns
Post-Fistula Surgery: Persistent Pain and Scar Concerns After One Year
More than a year after the fistula surgery, there is still a sharp pain in the anus? Hello Doctor, I underwent a fistula and hemorrhoidectomy surgery in mid-May of 2018, and it has been over a year since then. I still experience a sharp pain in my anal area, and when I use my g...
Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: After the surgery, the scar will not disappear. Please take some time to check with the colorectal department at Changhua Hospital. We care about you.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Persistent Pain and Scar Concerns After One Year
Post-Fistula Surgery: Recovery Concerns and Pain Management
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor, I underwent a fistula surgery on December 20, 2018, where the surgical method involved cutting the sphincter muscle. After the surgery, I noticed a piece of tissue around the anus that was cut and has sunken in. Around early February, I returned...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
1. Will gradually grow. 2. Normal. 3. If it does not provoke pain, you can gradually start exercising.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Recovery Concerns and Pain Management
Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Pain, Itching, and Healing
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor, I had a fistula surgery on January 23rd. I have been soaking in the bath 4 to 5 times a day and changing the dressing as well. It has been two weeks now. Is it normal to experience pain and itching? Also, is it normal for the area around the wou...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It is normal to experience swelling and pain at the wound site after fistula surgery. Complete recovery typically takes about a month, and as long as there is no infection or bleeding, there is no cause for concern.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Understanding Pain, Itching, and Healing
Post-Fistula Surgery: Recovery, Concerns, and Sexual Health Insights
Post-fistula surgery Hello Doctor: I underwent fistula surgery on December 20, 2018, and was discharged three days later. I had previously looked in the mirror and saw that the surgical incision was about 2-3 cm next to the sphincter, with an external incision of 2-3 cm that was ...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
1. The depth of the anal fistula varies among individuals, and the healing time for surgical wounds also differs. 2. It is common to have discharge from the anus after anal fistula surgery; however, some may experience pus while others may only have normal intestinal secretions...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Recovery, Concerns, and Sexual Health Insights
Post-Fistula Surgery: Concerns About Prolapsed Hemorrhoids
Prolapse of hemorrhoids after fistula surgery? Hello Doctor, I previously had a problem with a protruding hemorrhoid that I could push back after bowel movements. A week ago, I underwent fistula surgery, but the hemorrhoid has been continuously protruding, and due to the pain fro...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If hemorrhoids are large enough to protrude outside the anus, conservative treatment is generally less effective. However, during fistula surgery, hemorrhoids are often removed to prevent the situation where both the surgical site and the hemorrhoids are painful. Currently, the b...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: Concerns About Prolapsed Hemorrhoids
Post-Fistula Surgery Concerns: Diet, Recovery, and Healing Questions
Post-operative questions regarding fistula surgery? 1. After fistula surgery, is it okay to eat fish? I have seen some people online say that fish should be avoided. I have eaten quite a bit of it. 2. Is it normal to have the urge to pass gas sometimes after surgery? 3. How m...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Yes. 2. It is normal for the anal area to become sensitive due to wound irritation, which may lead to increased frequency of gas or bowel movements. 3. Generally, it is recommended to apply the antiseptic solution four times a day: morning, noon, evening, and before bed. I...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery Concerns: Diet, Recovery, and Healing Questions
Post-Fistula Surgery: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Questions after fistula surgery two months later? I had a fistula surgery in mid-August, and after a month of warm water therapy, the external wound has healed, leaving a wound the size of a mung bean on the inside. The doctor said I didn't need to return for a follow-up, ju...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If there is still bleeding after such a long time post-surgery, it is best to return to the doctor for a check-up. It could be a sign of wound infection or symptom recurrence. If it is just slow wound healing, it is generally not a concern. However, if it is the former, it could ...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Post-Fistula Surgery Care: Can I Use Sitz Baths for Cleaning?
Fistula surgery I just had a fistula surgery and I would like to ask if it's okay to use a sitz bath to clean my buttocks after bowel movements, since I'm hesitant to wipe too hard.
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal surgery, it is essential to perform warm water sitz baths, especially after bowel movements.[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery Care: Can I Use Sitz Baths for Cleaning?
Post-Fistula Surgery Recovery Concerns: Understanding Complications
Postoperative recovery issues after fistula surgery? Hello, doctor. I underwent fistula surgery on February 10th of this year. Initially, my recovery was quite good; I experienced minimal pain and had little discharge. However, two days ago (on March 3rd), I decided to try moving...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The wound from anal fistula surgery typically takes about a month to fully heal. During this time, general activities are usually fine, but running should be temporarily avoided to prevent frequent friction on the wound. While this does not necessarily lead to a recurrence of the...[Read More] Post-Fistula Surgery Recovery Concerns: Understanding Complications
Understanding Post-Surgery Bowel Movements After Fistula Surgery
Fistula surgery Hello Dr. Ke: I would like to ask, after a week post-fistula surgery, I have a bowel movement every day, but I still feel the urge to defecate, and when I go to the bathroom, I can't pass anything. Is this normal?
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
After anal surgery, the anus may become more sensitive due to wound irritation, which is common within the first week post-surgery. It is recommended to take warm sitz baths to alleviate discomfort at the surgical site. If this sensitivity persists after one week, it is advisable...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Bowel Movements After Fistula Surgery