How to reduce swelling from perianal abscess
Disease description:
My buttocks hurt a bit and there was bleeding when I went to the bathroom. After going to the hospital for a checkup, the doctor diagnosed me with perianal abscess. So I'd like to ask, how can I reduce the swelling from a perianal abscess?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
Swelling can be reduced through surgery or medication. In the early stages of induration, if there is significant swelling, conservative treatment may be initiated first—such as local cleansing with warm water baths, followed by application of ichthammol ointment and appropriate use of anti-inflammatory medications—which can lead to gradual recovery. When the abscess enlarges and pain worsens, drug therapy is generally considered less effective. Surgical intervention should then be considered. Currently, the most fundamental treatment for perianal abscess is surgical incision and drainage.
