Question 1

what are the causes of perianal abscess?

Accepted Answer

Perianal abscess: Bacteria can cause abscesses around the anus by entering the area through the skin or through the anal wall due to irritation or trauma.  Underlying gastrointestinal diseases such as crohn's disease can be associated with perianal disease.

Question 2

i popped my perianal abscess, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Perianal abscess: Warm tub soaks and see a colorectal surgeon as soon as possible. It is possible that nothing else will be needed. However, 50% of abscesses recur and or persist as a draining sinus a s a result of the presence of an anal fistula. A short course of antibiotis may also be needed now in  addition to the spontaneous drainage.

Question 3

how do i know if i have a perianal abscess?

Accepted Answer

Anal: Swelling, pain, fever and purulent drainage nindicates an abscess. But a swollen hemorrhoid can do the same without purulent drainage. See your doctor or a colon and rectal specialist to make the diagnosis and offer proper treatment.

Question 4

what medication is good for perianal abscess?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics are : Sometimes used but the main treatment is incision and drainage. I recommend soaking bottom in warm water which helps with pain and discomfort.

Question 5

can a perianal abscess cause another abscess'?

Accepted Answer

Yes: a site if abscess can spread and new collection- loculations can form.
Or some deep source from re rum can surface at multiple sites

Question 6

perianal abscess causing more abscess, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Colorectal Doc: You should be evaluated by a colorectal surgeon to determine the cause of your abscess and to adequately drain and treat them. Sometimes a fistula can be the cause.

Question 7

how long does a perianal abscess take to heal following i&d?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Unfortunately, sometimes even after treating a perianal abscess, a chronic form can develop, called a fistula.  If you are lucky, it can heal in just a few days, but many are not so fortunate.

Question 8

how can i treat a perianal abscess without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Minor procedure: Done under local and IV sedation and curitive in 80% of the cases

Question 9

what will happen if drain fell out perianal abscess?

Accepted Answer

Probably nothing: But depends on type of drain and how long it was in. Generally 2-4 days of drainage is adequate but not knowing the circumstances specific to your problem, best to call the person who did the drainage and notify them of the situation and seek their opinion on whether you have anything to worry about.

Question 10

drain fell out perianal abscess, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Speak to: Your surgeon , if you have adequate opening at abscess site will be ok , make sure you follow the instructions given to you , post procedure care.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Perianal abscess recurrence

A member asked:

What are the causes of perianal abscess?

A member asked:

I popped my perianal abscess, what to do?

A member asked:

How do i know if i have a perianal abscess?

A member asked:

What medication is good for perianal abscess?

A member asked:

Can a perianal abscess cause another abscess'?

A member asked:

Perianal abscess causing more abscess, what to do?

A member asked:

How long does a perianal abscess take to heal following i&d?

A member asked:

How can i treat a perianal abscess without surgery?

A member asked:

What will happen if drain fell out perianal abscess?

A member asked:

Drain fell out perianal abscess, should i be concerned?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?