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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Is surgery the only option for treating a fistula and is it actually safe and effective Also can the muscles that control stool be preserved if it's a complex fistula I'm really worried and need some advice

do all requred lab report first to understand risk and progress.

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I've been dealing with recurring anal fissures for the past six months and the pain makes sitting unbearable at times There's also a skin tag near the back and the fissures seem to surround it Can both the fissure and skin tag be removed in one surgery How long does the healing usually take after that

Fissure and skin tag can be treated together with laser or surgical excision; healing takes 2‚Äì4 weeks typically.

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I'm noticing that near the opening of my anus, there's this extra piece of skin hanging out, kind of like a small bulb. It's not painful, but it's really noticeable and seems larger than a small piece of skin should be. I'm a bit worried about what this could be and wondering if it's something I should be concerned about. Can you provide any insights on what this might be and if I should have it checked out?

it is external pile mass consult surgeon

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