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Have recurrence anal fistula. is anal fistula would be related to constipation? and if operated is it permanent to change my diet or for temporarily?

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Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

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Anal fistula : Recurrent anal fistula may be related to I diagnosed irritable bowl disease such as Crohn's disease. I recommend you get a colonoscopy with biopsy to further evaluate for an underlying condition.

Dr Okeke agreed

Answered 5/18/2015

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A member asked:

Have recurrence anal fistula. is anal fistula would be related to constipation? and if operated is it permanent to change my diet or for temporarily?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Shahruq Sarela answered

Dr Okeke agreed

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