Fistula-in-ano is a medical term used for anal fistula. Fistula means an abnormal connection between any two parts of the body. Fistula-in-ano is an abnormal connecting tunnel between the skin and the muscular opening of the anus. The anus is the end of the digestive tract from where the solid waste is passed out from the human body. The anal fistula occurs due to an infection of the anal gland. This infection may result in an abscess.
The fistula is an abnormal opening under the skin which connects to the anus. This may get infected with bacteria and viruses. Also, there are chances of recurrent infection due to abnormal openings present under the skin near the anus. In simple words, Fistula-in-ano- is an abnormal opening present in the anus which may get infected, leading to pustular discharge and pain.
Fistula-in-ano is a surgical condition that may get better with homeopathy on many occasions if not all.
There are four types of Fistula-in-ano -
The leading cause of Fistula-in-ano are
The symptoms of Fistula-in-ano are as under
Fistula-in-ano is a surgical condition. Some cases of Fistula-in-ano may respond to homeopathy, and surgery may be avoided. However, some severe and complex cases with multiple or large openings might need surgical corrections. Homeopathy must be explored in early and mild cases of Fistula-in-ano.
Homeopathy is best suited in cases of recurrent anal abscesses which may be difficult to heal. It is also best suited in cases of post-surgical cases Fistula-in-ano, which allows the tract and abnormal opening to heal completely by reducing the pain and swelling. Homeopathy helps to reduce the pus discharge, and blood discharged from Fistula-in-ano. Homeopathy is a great mode of treatment for Fistula-in-ano. It helps prevent the recurrence of the problem with the healing of the abnormal tract in Fistula-in-ano.
It is advisable to take action early, especially in cases of a recurrent anal abscess, to prevent further complications in cases of Fistula-In-ano. Homeopathy works in cases of Fistula-in-ano in the following way-
Providing relief from pain, itching, swelling, and inflammation of the anal region
Some of the commonly indicated homeopathic drugs are listed here. The medicine has to be chosen by individual case evaluation by qualified homeopathic physicians. These should not be used for self-medication. Some of the best homeopathic remedies for Fistula-in-ano are as follows-
Hepar sulph is especially suited in cases of extreme pain and swelling which may occur with pus discharge. It best works in cases of inflammatory conditions which may be red and swollen. There is marked tenderness of the anal region. Hepar sulph is especially suited in cases of Fistula-In-ano to relieve discomfort aggravated by sitting. This also helps in reducing the burning sensation and itchiness of the anus. It helps control the drainage of pus and blood discharge from the anal region. Hepar sulph is best suited for cases of Fistula-In-ano with fever and chills.
Silicea is one of the top homeopathic remedies for fistula in ano. It is especially suited in cases with non-stop discharge of pus or blood. The discharge may be continuous and recurrent flow which does not allow the tract to heal. The discharge may be white pus-like or brownish, or blood-stained. It is also suited for peri-anal swelling with inflammation and redness of the affected area. It is also suited in cases of pain during or after bowel movements. It is the best remedy to take care of associated constipation which may help smooth motions without pain and discomfort, allowing the tract to heal.
Myristica sebifera offers excellent support in recurrent anal abscesses and in treating many suppurative conditions that are difficult to heal. This remedy is one of the best homeopathic solutions in treating chronic abscess or fistula in ano case which may recur again due to infections. It also takes care of your immunity levels so that you are not prone to recurrent infections. It helps reduce pain, inflammation, redness, and soreness of the anal region. It also helps heal the fistula in ano by reducing the frequency, duration, and severity of infection.
This remedy is especially suited in cases of burning and throbbing pain in fistula- in- ano. It helps in relieving shooting pain near the anus. It also helps in providing relief from itching near the anus, thus reducing the discomfort. This remedy is suggested when there is persistent drainage of the pus and blood discharge from the fistula in ano. It also helps reduce soreness, redness, and associated discomfort in the affected area.
Other medicines include: Nitric acid, Sulphur, Calcaria carbonicum, Phosphorus, Mercurius solubus
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