Advanced Laser and
Laparoscopic
Procedures Including:
Anal
Fistula
Fever or chills
accompanied by
rectal
discomfort could
be symptoms of a
common and
easily cured
condition.
Unfortunately,
many people are
embarrassed by
anal or rectal
problems and
delay consulting
a doctor.
Something as
simple as an
infected gland
(or abscess) may
develop into a
fistula
requiring
surgery if left
untreated.
Abscesses and
fistulas are
both benign
conditions which
can usually be
treated on an
outpatient
basis.
After an abscess
has been
drained, a
fistula or
tunnel may form
connecting the
anal gland to
the skin of the
buttocks outside
the anus.
Surgery is
required for a
fistula . The
procedure
usually involves
cutting a small
part of the anal
sphincter muscle
to open the
tunnel, join the
external and
internal
opening. This
converts the
tunnel into a
groove which
will then heal.
Both procedures
can usually be
performed on an
outpatient
basis.
Early treatment
is always best.
Please consult
your doctor
promptly.
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medical links for further
information on Anal Abscesses as
well as other medical topics.
