- female
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
My mom had surgery for diverticulitis where they removed part of her large intestine and now she needs a colostomy reversal what should we expect during the Hartmann procedure and recovery
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View allI had a fistulectomy surgery three months ago and everything seems fully healed now, but I'm wondering about the proper way to clean the anal area during stool passing do you need to insert a finger inside to clean it? Just wanted to check what's safe post-surgery
After fistulectomy, gentle cleaning with water is sufficient. No need to insert fingers unless advised. Maintain hygiene to prevent recurrence.
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I have a painful swelling near my anus but no bleeding, is surgery the only option or can it be treated another way? Also what foods should I stay away from to help with this?
It could be a perianal abscess or thrombosed pile; sitz baths, pain meds, and dietary changes help—surgery is needed only if it worsens.
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I've noticed a lump or bump that's been growing near my anus for a few months now, and it's starting to ooze a yellowish fluid. It's worrying me a bit, and I'm curious about what this could be. Could it be something serious, or is it possible for it to just go away on its own? What should I do next?
That could be pilonidal sinus ,without any further delay visit General Surgeon for appropriate management
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