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I have been suffering from fistula in ano for about 15 years. Surgical treatment is risky for anal sphincter. Is there any non surgical treatment for this fistula?
(12 Feb 2008)

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Anorectal fistulas can be treated using Laser. Actual laser operation takes just 15 mins so if you are insured you might want to go in for this.

If you do not want any kind of fistula surgery nor laser treatment, you can try these home remedies for fistula relief.

Natural Cures for Fistula 

First get the infection out by doing a sitz bath every night. Sit in warm water containing potassium permanganate for 10 mins.

If there are hard edges, granulation or scabbing, prepare a poultice of Calendula (OR St. John's wort)
This has wonderful wound healing ability. Do not use it if there is fresh blood and if the wound hasnt healed. Once infection is out totally, add lavender essential oil to calendula and apply.

Comfrey herb is known to heal and close wounds quickly. You can make this at home or use any OTC ointment containing comfrey.
Recipe for home made comfrey treatment for fistula healing -

  • Dried or powdered comfrey
  • Honey
  • Wheat germ oil
  • Mix two parts of wheat germ oil and honey in equal proportion. Comfrey should be mixed into this till you obtain a thick consistency. Spread this paste on a gauze piece and put on the wound about half inch thickness. Cover with bandage. Leave this on the wound constantly and reapply as needed. Do not remove original application, just put on more.

    answered by S M on 12 Feb 2008, 1:39:29

     

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