Fistula
An anal fistula (Bhagandar / Fistula in ano) is a small channel that develops between the end of the bowel and the skin around the anus. It frequently is the result of a previous or current anal abscess. Fistula has a tract with two openings – Internal opening into the rectum or anal canal and External opening through the skin of the buttocks.
Symptoms of Fistula
- Throbbing pain that worsens on sitting
- Swelling, tenderness, itching or redness around the anus
- Discharge of pus, blood, and debris which is usually foul-smelling.
- Pain associated with bowel movements
- Fever.
Frequently asked questions
- An abnormal connection between two organs or tissues.
- Infection, injury, Crohn’s disease, or radiation therapy.
- There is no medical treatment or cure. It is treated by the traditional operation method. Latest in the laser procedure, Which has very minimal pain.
- It can take several weeks or months for fistulas to heal, depending on the type of fistula and its treatment.
- Fistulas can be a serious condition, but they are usually treatable.