What to do about scarring after anal fistula surgery

Aug 24, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

After I had surgery for my anal fistula, I developed scarring. What should I do for treatment?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
After surgery for anal fistula, scar formation generally can be treated under a doctor's guidance by appropriately using medications that inhibit scar growth, or relieved through warm water sitz baths. If symptoms are relatively severe, minimally invasive surgical excision may also be performed, which can effectively improve the condition to a certain extent. In daily life, regular follow-up visits at the hospital are recommended.