Anal Fistulas and Perianal Abscesses: Symptoms, Causes and Current Treatment Options

from Butts & Guts: A Cleveland Clinic Digestive Health Podcast · host Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute

In this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. Ebram Salama, colorectal surgeon at Cleveland Clinic Florida, discusses perianal abscesses and anal fistulas, two common causes of anal pain, swelling, drainage and recurrent infection. Learn when these conditions need medical attention, what treatment options are available and what recovery may look like after fistula surgery.

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