The wound of a radical surgery for perianal abscess heals very slowly

The wound recovers slowly after radical surgery for perianal abscess, which may be related to improper postoperative care, infection, body immune status and other factors. It is necessary to analyze the causes and formulate targeted treatment plans.

Perianal abscess is a common but painful disease, mostly caused by anal gland infection, bacterial invasion, etc., leading to local abscess formation. Surgery is the main treatment method, which is to completely remove the infection focus through incision and drainage of pus. However, it is often difficult for the wound to heal completely after surgery, especially when the care is not thorough or the wound is contaminated, the recovery time may be longer.

The reasons for slow wound recovery may include the following aspects: First, the wound is located in a special area. The perianal area is moist and easily exposed to excrement, which is not conducive to wound healing. Second, the infection problem has not been completely resolved. If the bacteria are not completely eliminated after surgery, persistent inflammation may occur. Third, the individual's health is poor, such as diabetics or people with low immunity, which will affect the wound healing ability. Excessive activity after surgery, improper diet, constipation or frequent diarrhea, etc., will increase the difficulty of wound healing.

In order to help the wound heal faster, some effective measures can be taken. Wound cleaning is very important. Wash the perianal area with warm water after each bowel movement, and then dry it thoroughly to reduce bacterial growth. Pay attention to increasing dietary fiber intake to prevent constipation. At the same time, maintain an appropriate amount of water to help soften stools and reduce defecation pressure. Try to reduce long periods of sitting every day to allow the wound to have adequate "air" time. You can use antibiotic ointment or disinfectant as prescribed by your doctor to help prevent infection. If you find that the wound is getting more red and swollen, pus is not stopping, or the pain is obvious, it may be an infection or other abnormality, and you need to see a doctor as soon as possible.

With scientific care and a reasonable lifestyle, most perianal abscess wounds will heal gradually after surgery. However, if the healing time is significantly prolonged, it is necessary to promptly check and eliminate potential problems and provide appropriate treatment to avoid chronic fistulas or other sequelae.