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Boils, perineal abscess, fistula
What is the difference between boils. Perianal abscess and fistula. How we can identify it. How much time each will take to heal.
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They are all different things boils usually resolve with medications
Fistula is long standing disease it's keeps coming until removed surgically, fistula can be a complication of perianal abscess
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visit a general surgeon
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Dr. Harishankar BGV
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Chennai
Boils are minor outermost(superficial) skin infections. Perianal abscess is collection of pus due to infection in and around anal opening.
Perianal fistula is a separate abnormal tract from anus to skin due to chronic constipation, fissure and infection.
Identifying it should be by a doctor preferably a surgeon.
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Perianal abscess and fistula both require surgical treatment and usually take 5days to 2 weeks for u to resume your regular activities. It depends on the size and severity.
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