my doctor said i need surgery for an anal fistula but i was wondering if homeopathy can help heal it without surgery

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Small fistulas without an infection will often close on their own and may take 30‚Äì50 days. However, more severe fistulas that drain may cause infection in the surrounding skin and organs. If the drainage leads to sepsis, a doctor will usually recommend surgery to repair the areas of drainage.

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My husband has had this round lump near his anus for a few months now. Sometimes it's really painful, and other times it's not bothering him at all. Should we be concerned about this? What type of doctor would be best to consult for something like this?

Ask him to avoid straining for stools, avoid lifting heavy objects and have high fiber diet. And consult a general surgeon

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I've been dealing with an anal fissure for about a week now and I'm using Soframycin, but it hasn't really helped. I noticed some bleeding at first, but that's stopped, although it's still tough to sit down comfortably. Could you suggest any medicine that might help speed up the recovery?

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I've noticed a painful, swollen bump near my anus that feels like a pimple. It's really starting to bother me, especially when I press on it. Can you help me figure out what this might be and what I should do about it?

It sounds like you may be experiencing a perianal abscess. I recommend you use an antibiotic ointment like Neosporin to help prevent infection. Additionally, you can take over-the-counter pain relief medication like ibuprofen to help with the pain and swelling. It is important to keep the area clean and dry. If the symptoms persist or worsen, please consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and treatment.

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