Can piles be treated without surgery and how does a fistula affect driving also what tests are needed for chronic constipation issues

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Piles can be managed with diet, water, and topical treatments. Fistula can cause discomfort while driving. MRI fistulogram and colonoscopy may be required for evaluation.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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fistulectomy is needed,also surgery follow-up.

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