Anal fistula / fistula tract – chronic inflammatory connecting tract at the anus "Support" homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji

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Anal Fistula / Fistulous Tract – chronic inflammatory connection near the anus

An anal fistula is an abnormal, tube-like fistulous tract between the anal canal or rectum and the skin surrounding the anus. It often develops after an inflammation of the anal glands and a resulting anal abscess.

The fistulous tract can persist indefinitely and continuously discharge secretion, pus, or blood.

How does an anal fistula develop?

The most common cause is an infection of small glands in the anal canal. This can initially lead to an abscess. After its spontaneous or surgical drainage, a fistulous tract can remain.

Further possible causes include:

• recurrent anal abscesses

• Crohn's disease

• other chronic inflammatory bowel diseases

• injuries or surgeries in the anal area

• rarely specific infections

• rarely tumor diseases

In cases of recurrent or complex anal fistulas, Crohn's disease should particularly be considered as a possible cause.

What symptoms can occur?

Typical symptoms include:

• small opening next to the anus

• recurrent discharge of pus or secretion

• weeping skin in the anal area

• blood admixture

• itching and skin irritation

• feeling of pressure

• pain, especially with renewed abscess formation

• recurrent swellings

• unpleasant odor

If the fistulous tract closes and the secretion can no longer drain, a painful abscess can form again.

Anal Fistula and Anal Abscess

Anal abscess and anal fistula are often related:

An anal abscess is an acute accumulation of pus and can cause severe pain, swelling, and fever.

An anal fistula, on the other hand, is usually a chronically existing tract that can remain after such an inflammation.

Diagnosis – Determining the Course of the Fistulous Tract

For treatment, it is crucial to determine the exact course of the fistulous tract and its relationship to the sphincter muscle.

Diagnostic methods may include:

• proctological examination

• examination of the anal canal

• endosonography

• for complex fistulas, pelvic MRI

• if necessary, examination under anesthesia

In unclear or recurrent fistulas, further investigations may be necessary to search for an underlying bowel disease.

Treatment

An existing anal fistula often does not heal permanently on its own. Therefore, definitive treatment is usually surgical or proctological.

Which method is suitable depends in particular on how the fistulous tract runs in relation to the sphincter muscle. The goal is to eliminate the fistula while preserving continence.

Depending on the type of fistula, examples of possible treatments include:

• fistulotomy for suitable superficial fistulas

• seton drainage

• sphincter-sparing surgical procedures

• treatment of a coexisting abscess

• for Crohn's disease, additional medication for the underlying disease

Homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji

In homeopathy according to Dr. Banerji, specific homeopathic remedies and potencies are used for various diseases and complaints according to the Banerji protocols.

Reliable elimination of an existing anatomical fistulous tract or an anal abscess through homeopathic remedies is not scientifically proven. Therefore, necessary proctological or surgical diagnostics and treatment should not be replaced or delayed.

Important Note

Severe increasing pain, pronounced swelling near the anus, fever, or chills can indicate an anal abscess. This should be promptly examined by a doctor, as surgical drainage is often necessary.

The information on this page is for general information purposes only and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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