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What are the signs if your anal fistulotomy wound contaminated inside with your feces? even a little bit. my wound now is near to be close

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Dr. David Earle answered

It's ok: Just keep cleaning the outside of the wound, especially after bowel movements. It will be fine. The body won't trap feces inside the wound. Hope this helps!

Dr Rhoades and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/17/2015

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A member asked:

What are the signs if your anal fistulotomy wound contaminated inside with your feces? even a little bit. my wound now is near to be close

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Rhoades and 2 doctors agreed

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