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Had surgery on my anal abscess 2 weeks ago but now im consipated i can't hold the liquids from my anus and when i wipe myself i sometimes see blood?

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Dr. Haider Goussous answered

Avoid constipation: It is very important to avoid constipation by taking a mild laxitive. Try to do sitz baths 2-3 times daily, one after your bowel movement is very important. Seeing blood when you wipe yourself should not scare you, this will stop in a week or two.

Answered 12/8/2013

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A member asked:

Had surgery on my anal abscess 2 weeks ago but now im consipated i can't hold the liquids from my anus and when i wipe myself i sometimes see blood?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Haider Goussous answered

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