Is discharge normal after fistula surgery?
Is discharge normal after fistula surgery?
There may be some bleeding or discharge from the wound, especially when patients go to the toilet, particularly in the first couple of weeks after surgery. Some patients find that it is helpful to wear a sanitary towel or a soft gauze pad inside their underwear to avoid staining of clothes during this time.
How long does pus discharge last after fistulotomy?
Some fistula surgeries involve placing such a drain to help remove pus and other fluids from infection and heal the fistula. A person may have spotting or bleeding for 1–2 days after the procedure, and pain for 1–2 weeks. In most cases, a person can return to work the day following the procedure if they feel well.
How long will a fistula drain?
You may be able to return to work and daily activities soon after the procedure. However, it is important to avoid heavy lifting or rigorous exercise for a few weeks. After being plugged, a fistula may still drain. This leakage can last for around three months.
Why is my fistula still draining?
After an abscess has been drained, a passage may remain between the anal gland and the skin, resulting in a fistula. If the gland does not heal, there will be persistent drainage through this passage. If the outside opening of the fistula heals first, a recurrent abscess may develop.
How much drainage is normal after fistulotomy?
You may notice a small amount of pus or blood draining from the opening of your fistula. This is normal in the days after your surgery. You can put a gauze pad over the opening of the fistula to absorb the drainage, if needed. Most people can go back to work and their normal routine 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.
How can I stop my fistula discharge?
Other instructions
- Place a maxi pad or gauze in your underwear to absorb drainage from your fistula while it heals.
- Sit in a few inches of warm water (sitz bath) for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Apply ice several times a day for 10 to 20 minutes at a time.
- Support your feet with a small step stool when you sit on the toilet.