I've had a fistula for the past six months is there any way to treat it without surgery? Really hoping to avoid an operation if possible

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Six months of fistula symptoms suggest chronicity.Non-surgical options like Kshar Sutra may help but traditional surgery remains the most reliable solution for lasting relief.

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my wife has been struggling with piles and we're not sure which specialist to consult would homeopathy work or is surgery the only option for relief

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I've been having sharp pain in my anus and it's gotten so bad I can't even sit properly. My doctor recommended surgery but I'm really nervous about it. On top of that, I've been dealing with constipation and it's messing up my sleep. Is surgery the only option or are there other things I can try first?

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I've been dealing with a fistula for several years now and really want to avoid surgery if possible. Are there any effective non-surgical treatments or medications that can help heal it completely? I'm worried about the condition getting worse and would love to know my options.

While non-surgical treatments can offer relief and sometimes lead to healing, it's crucial to understand that fistula healing is often a challenging process, and surgery may still be the most effective option. Non-surgical options like antibiotics for infections, fibrin glue for sealing the tract, and wound care can be helpful, but they may not always lead to a complete cure

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