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I had a 5cm abscess deep inside rectum that cleared up with triple iv antibiotics. what are the chances of it returning now antibiotics have stopped?

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Dr. Angelina Postoev md facs answered

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What was the cause: depends on exact location and the cause of the abscess. If there is a communication from rectum to that area (fistula) then it is possible for it to come back. Also, is it a first time? Any other bowel disease? Diabetes? Weight issue? All can add to recurrence.

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Answered 5/3/2015

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A member asked:

I had a 5cm abscess deep inside rectum that cleared up with triple iv antibiotics. what are the chances of it returning now antibiotics have stopped?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Angelina Postoev md facs answered

Dr Altman and 5 doctors agreed

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