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Discharge after Fistuletomy
I had fistula. I got a fistuletomy surgery done 7 days back. I have an open wound with no pain, but have discharge from the wound. Why do i have this discahrge and How many days after surgery will this discharge stop?
Healing after Fistula surgery takes 4 to 6 weeks. The yellow discharge has dead cells. Don't worry
Next Steps
Meet your surgeon atleast once a week
Health Tips
Prevent Constipation
Sitz bath with no additives, cold.
fomentation can be done.
Change dressing after each motion
Dressing pad size increases for larger
amount of discharge
The surgeon may want to curette the wound
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It usually takes time 1-3 weeks depending on your case
Important thing is to follow medicines advised by your doctor.
Avoid constipation at all costs
And Do Sitz bath properly- there is. My online video on Sitz bath on YouTube by My Name , You can see that
Next Steps
If needed I can consult online and guide , I do the same by Laser
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It's normal to have a open wound that has some minimal yellowish translucent fluid discharge.. this method is used because it has a lower recurrence rate than closing the wound again with sutures. Discharge needs to be assessed. If it is like pus. You might need to get a review with your surgeon. If not it's fine.. it wil settle in around 2 weeks time. I hope you are doing sitz bath with savlon/betadine or Dettol water... If not ask your surgeon about it
Next Steps
review with your operating surgeon
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Well bcz of the fistulotomy you will be having secretions usually they will heal spontaneously.once consult the surgeon who has operated to rule out any secondary infection
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Consult via call to discuss regarding management options
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