Fistula in Ano: Stop Worrying and Get Treatments

A narrow tunnel having its internal opening in the anal canal and it opens externally in the skin near the anus is an Anal Fistula. Fistula in Ano is a chronic problem caused due to granulation of tissues in the perianal skin.

Causes Of Anal Fistula
Typically the majority of anal fistula is caused by a previous anorectal abscess. Usually, it so happens that after a surgical procedure or spontaneous drainage in the perianal skin, a granulation tissue is left behind, this may cause a tract formation. Anal fistula occurs in almost 40% of the cases in the patient who undergo abscess drainage.
Fistula may also develop as an after effect to traumas such as Crohn's disease, anal fissures, cancers, and tuberculosis.

Symptoms

• Pain, which is usually constant, throbbing and worse when sitting down
• Skin irritation around the anus, including swelling, redness and tenderness
• Discharge of pus or blood
• Constipation or pain associated with bowel movements
• Fever

Treatment and Management

• Treatment should be focussed on breaking the vicious cycle that causes great discomfort to a patient as mentioned above.
• Diet changes such as including both soluble and insoluble fibers in the form of fruits and vegetables to help soften stools.
• The patient should increase fluid intake.
• Doctor may prescribe Psyllium
• Anal hygiene must be taken seriously

Surgery for Anal Fistula
Most anal fistulas do not heal on their own. In such cases surgery will be needed to treat the problem. Surgery for anal fistula is usually performed under a general anaesthetic which usually takes between a quarter of an hour and half an hour.

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