- male
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad has been dealing with a fistula for the past 10 years. Should he consider surgery or are there other treatment options we should look into? It's been really tough for him and I'm not sure what the best course of action is.
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View allI have an infected fistula near my butt and my allopathic doctor recommended surgery right away. Is there any way to treat this without surgery using homeopathy? There's no bleeding, just some pain in that area now and then. What would you suggest?
An infected anal fistula usually requires surgery for proper treatment. While your doctor has recommended immediate surgery, it's important to understand the different surgical options and what to expect.
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I've been dealing with piles that have gotten pretty long and keep coming out of my anus - can this be treated with medications or do I definitely need surgery
Prolapsed piles that protrude often need surgical treatment;large symptomatic ones rarely resolve fully with conservative care.
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I'm dealing with piles for about a month now and I'm kind of worried. I'm wondering, do smoking and drinking make the pain worse when I go to the bathroom, or do they have any bad effects on my piles? Also, I'm currently using Anovate cream. Is that a good choice? I haven't seen a doctor about this yet.
Smoking and drinking can indeed worsen the symptoms of piles. They can cause irritation to the digestive system and lead to increased pain during bowel movements. It is advisable to avoid smoking and drinking to help alleviate the pain associated with piles. Regarding the Anovate cream, it is a good choice for treating piles. You can apply a small amount of Anovate cream externally around the anal area after cleaning the area thoroughly. It is recommended to use Anovate cream as per the instructions provided on the packaging or as directed by a healthcare professional.
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