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A member asked:
I had fistula and i underwent to fistula tract surgical drain only (not fistulotomy)..what happens if there is no drainage or infection for 2 years ?
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Sounds healed: If the fistula is not swelling, painful or draining after 2 years then it is probably healed.
Answered 12/19/2013
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