I've been dealing with a fistula in ano for about a week now and my doctor mentioned surgery might be the only option. Is there any alternative treatment or something else I can try before going for surgery? I'm a bit nervous about the procedure and recovery

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Mild fistulas can be managed by Ksharasutra, VAAFT, or sitz baths. But most chronic cases need surgery. MRI fistulogram can help plan the best approach.

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