Anal Fistula Quiz
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Reviewed By:
Carlos Cuenca, MD (General Surgery)
Dr. Cuenca graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is currently a categorical surgical resident at UC Davis Health.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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Anal itching
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What is Anal Fistula?
This condition involves a tunnel forming between the anus and the surrounding skin. Patients are at risk for recurrent infections, often connected to inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease.
Typical Symptoms of Anal Fistula
Diagnosed with Crohn's disease in the past
Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus
Itching around the anus
Pus from around the anus or anus itself
Pain over the anus
Swelling of the affected area
Accidentally passed motion or leaked stool
Fever
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Anal Fistula
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Have you been diagnosed with Crohn's disease?
Do you have hemorrhoids or a lump at the anus?
Do you have anal itching?
Do you have pus around or in the anus?
Are you experiencing anal pain?
Treatmentof Anal Fistula
Surgery is typically needed since they rarely heal independently. Treating the underlying cause, such as bowel inflammation, helps prevent fistulas from coming back.
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References
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https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v21/i1/12.htm
Mei Z, Wang Q, Zhang Y, Liu P, Ge M, Du P, Yang W, He Y. Risk Factors for Recurrence after anal fistula surgery: A meta-analysis. Int J Surg. 2019 Sep;69:153-164. doi: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2019.08.003. Epub 2019 Aug 7. PMID: 31400504.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1743919119301931?via%3Dihub
Amato A, Bottini C, De Nardi P, Giamundo P, Lauretta A, Realis Luc A, Piloni V. Evaluation and management of perianal abscess and anal fistula: SICCR position statement. Tech Coloproctol. 2020 Feb;24(2):127-143. doi: 10.1007/s10151-019-02144-1. Epub 2020 Jan 23. PMID: 31974827.
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Seow-Choen F, Nicholls RJ. Anal fistula. Br J Surg. 1992 Mar;79(3):197-205. doi: 10.1002/bjs.1800790304. PMID: 1555083.
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User Testimonials
Reviewed By:
Carlos Cuenca, MD (General Surgery)
Dr. Cuenca graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is currently a categorical surgical resident at UC Davis Health.
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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