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Is my perianal abscess going to keep coming back until i get it drained?
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Yes and no: If the abscess is a result of a fistula, it will recur until your fistula is repaired. If no fistula, it needs thorough complete drainage if there is any hope of completely resolving it. See a colon and rectal specialist.
Answered 5/1/2014
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