Is there a fishy smell from the anus?

Some people may have had this experience: there is some purulent secretion around the anus, accompanied by a bad smell. Most people are embarrassed to go to the hospital after suffering from this disease because it is a private part. In fact, this situation is likely caused by anal fistula. If it is confirmed to be anal fistula, it can generally only be treated by surgery. You need to pay more attention to the dryness of the wound area and develop good eating habits.

Anal fistula continuously overflows with pus, which irritates the skin around the anus. Over time, it may cause itching and may lead to anal eczema. The anus cannot rest and the abscess cavity is not easy to adhere: when defecating or urinating, the anal sphincter is often in spasm due to sphincter contraction or inflammation stimulating the anal sphincter. One of the characteristics of anal fistula is the continuous discharge of pus which does not heal for a long time. Generally, when it is just formed or in the acute inflammatory stage, there is more pus discharge, and it has a foul odor, is yellow and thick. In the chronic stage, the pus discharge gradually decreases, or sometimes comes and goes, presenting intermittent pus discharge. Some pus is thin or appears as rice water-like secretions. If the pus is already small but suddenly increases and is accompanied by swelling and pain in the anus, it often indicates an acute infection or the formation of new branches.

Diet after anal fistula surgery

Generally, after surgery for anal fistula, doctors will recommend that patients must eat a light diet and eat more foods containing protein and vitamins C and E. In addition, you must drink plenty of water, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid spicy or irritating foods. Especially chili peppers and white wine.

Health care measures for patients with anal fistula

The treatment of anal fistula is based on the patient's disease. If you want to know how to take care of patients with anal fistula, we should first understand the patient's disease treatment knowledge. Only in this way can we effectively take care of patients with anal fistula. But what should we pay attention to for patients with anal fistula? 1. Develop good bowel habits and defecate regularly every day. 2. The diet should be rich in fiber, avoid spicy foods and strong alcohol. 3. Keep your bowels open, do not exert too much force when defecating, and do not develop the habit of reading books or newspapers while defecating. 4. Pay attention to the cleanliness and dryness of the anus. Wash it with warm water after defecation. If necessary, take a sitz bath with 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for 15-20 minutes each time. It is better to keep the water temperature at 40-50 degrees. 5. The main symptom of internal hemorrhoids is bleeding. Sometimes they may fall out of the anus after defecation. They can usually be retracted on their own. If they cannot be retracted on their own, they can be gently pushed back into the anus with your hands. 6. Patients with anal fissures must soften their stools and take laxatives or paraffin oil orally when necessary. If the pain is severe, local hot compresses and anti-inflammatory and analgesic ointments can be applied. If the pain cannot be relieved, anal dilation treatment or surgical resection should be performed. 7. Anal fistula and perianal abscess should be treated promptly and patiently until they are cured. 8. If you have blood in your stool, you should go to the hospital for examination to get a clear diagnosis. Do not think it is hemorrhoids and delay the diagnosis of other serious diseases.