An Anal fistula is a connection between the internal organs or the body and the anal channel.
This is an abnormality. Basically, a fistula is not lethal or dangerous but can be very painful and hence, needs to be treated. Here, the inner epithelium or lining of the anus forms a passage with the skin near the rectum. This blockage or obstruction can be caused due to an abscission, infection, and collection of pus or other such anomalies.
In medical terms, the condition is referred to as fistula-in-ano.
Symptoms often include pain and discomfort while passing stools. When an abscess is formed, there can be an accumulation of pus in the anal canal which may or may not drain out. If the opening towards the outside is hindered then the pus may perhaps accumulate and cause further infection. For such reasons, it becomes inevitable to get an anal fistula operated upon immediately.
Most often, since they do not heal on their own, a surgical procedure is required.
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Anal Fistula - Possible Complications
por Martina Bottrill (2023-10-13)
An Anal fistula is a connection between the internal organs or the body and the anal channel.
This is an abnormality. Basically, a fistula is not lethal or dangerous but can be very painful and hence, needs to be treated. Here, the inner epithelium or lining of the anus forms a passage with the skin near the rectum. This blockage or obstruction can be caused due to an abscission, infection, and collection of pus or other such anomalies.
In medical terms, the condition is referred to as fistula-in-ano.
Symptoms often include pain and discomfort while passing stools. When an abscess is formed, there can be an accumulation of pus in the anal canal which may or may not drain out. If the opening towards the outside is hindered then the pus may perhaps accumulate and cause further infection. For such reasons, it becomes inevitable to get an anal fistula operated upon immediately.
Most often, since they do not heal on their own, a surgical procedure is required.