Complete Guide to Understanding and Treating Anal Fistula
An anal fistula is an abnormal connection between the anal canal and the skin around the anus. It usually results from an infection that forms an abscess, which then drains through a small opening in the skin.
Fistulas are common after anal abscesses and can cause persistent drainage, pain, and discomfort. They require medical treatment to prevent complications and recurrence.
Most common type, passes through the internal sphincter muscle.
Passes through both internal and external sphincter muscles.
Passes above the external sphincter muscle.
Rare type that passes outside the sphincter muscles.
Most common cause. An untreated or improperly drained anal abscess can lead to fistula formation.
Inflammatory bowel disease that can cause fistulas in the anal region.
Bacterial infections in the anal glands can lead to abscess and subsequent fistula.
Anal trauma, surgery, or foreign objects can cause fistula formation.
Certain STIs can cause anal infections leading to fistula.
Surgical opening of the fistula tract to allow healing from inside out. Most common and effective treatment.
Complete removal of the fistula tract and surrounding tissue. Used for complex fistulas.
Minimally invasive laser ablation of fistula tract with faster recovery and less pain.
Ligation of intersphincteric fistula tract. Minimally invasive with good success rates.
Experimental treatment using stem cells to promote healing and sphincter preservation.
Injection of special glue to seal the fistula tract. Less invasive but lower success rate.
Chronic drainage can lead to repeated abscess formation and infections.
Surgical treatment may affect anal sphincter muscles, potentially causing incontinence.
Excessive scarring can lead to anal stenosis, making bowel movements difficult.
Damage to sphincter muscles can result in loss of bowel control.
Untreated infections can spread systemically, leading to life-threatening sepsis.
Fact: Fistulas rarely heal without medical intervention and often require surgical treatment.
Fact: While hygiene is important, most fistulas result from anal abscesses or underlying conditions like Crohn's disease.
Fact: Modern surgical techniques minimize sphincter damage, and incontinence is rare with proper treatment.
Fact: Fistulas are not contagious and cannot be transmitted from person to person.
"I suffered from fistula for months with constant pain and drainage. Laser treatment was quick and effective - back to normal life in weeks!"
- Rajesh M., 38 years old, Software Engineer
"After years of discomfort, fistulotomy surgery finally cured my fistula. The recovery was manageable and I'm grateful for the relief."
- Priya S., 45 years old, Teacher
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