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A member asked:

I have an anal fistula. it is currently not draining or infected. i am scheduled for surgery in 6 weeks. can i go swimming in the ocean or pool?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: If you have the right diet, may be it can close without surgery. Did you try miralax (polyethylene glycol)?

Dr Berg agreed

Answered 7/21/2013

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Yes, maybe: If it is not draining or infected it is likely that the lining has formed and is not a problem currently. It should be okay to go swimming however going swimming in the ocean would risk having bacteria from the ocean infect it. I would also limit the amount of time you spend.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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