What's the better option for treating anal fistula surgery or Kshar Sutra? How do the costs compare and which one has a lower chance of the problem coming back?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Anal fistula surgery offers quicker healing;Kshar Sutra is less invasive and better suited for low fistulae but may require longer treatment time and expertise.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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Had piles surgery a week ago and feeling some relief but still seeing small blood drops when passing stools. What foods should I eat to heal faster and is it okay to have lemons in my diet now?

conservative therapy is advised to the patient.

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I'm dealing with a fistula in ano and my doctor mentioned surgery as an option. Are there any non-surgical treatments available?

consult general surgeon for the same

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my husband has a fissure and the doctor recommended surgery but we're worried about it is there any other way to treat it without going under the knife

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