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Anal fistula and anal fissure surgery
I have recurrent anal fissure for 5 years and 2 month before i diagonised with fistula also...5 days before i did fistulomtomy for simple fistula ( 1.5cm tract ) and fissure surgery done combined . What is healing time ? After bowel movement i feel pain and normal time it was managable pain ( no bleeding ) its normal ? . What i can do for post operation other than sitz bath for quick healing i apply sucro ano by surgeon advice ?
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Dr. A N M Owais Danish
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10 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes, mild pain after bowel movement on post-op day 5 is usually expected after fissure + fistulotomy surgery, especially if there is no bleeding, fever or pus discharge.
Healing time is usually:
• Pain improves: 2–4 weeks
• Wound healing: 4–8 weeks
• Complete settling: sometimes 2–3 months
For faster healing apart from sitz bath:
• Keep stools soft – high fibre + plenty of water
• Take stool softener regularly
• Avoid constipation/straining
• Walk daily, avoid prolonged sitting
• Maintain local hygiene, gently wash after motions
• Protein-rich diet helps healing
Next Steps
Consult urgently if:
Fever
Increasing swelling/redness
Pus/foul smell
Heavy bleeding
Severe worsening pain or difficulty passing urine/stool.
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