What to do if you have a fever of 38 degrees with perianal abscess

Perianal abscess accompanied by a fever of 38 degrees indicates possible infection or spread of inflammation, and medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Early treatment and professional intervention are the key to avoiding complications.

Perianal abscess is a local suppurative inflammation caused by bacterial infection, which often manifests as local redness, swelling, pain and fever. When the body temperature rises to 38 degrees, it may indicate that the infection is aggravated or bacterial toxins are released. At this time, you need to follow the following steps: 1. Seek medical attention in time, have a professional doctor examine the condition, and perform abscess incision and drainage if necessary. This is the main method to clear the infection. The operation is usually performed under local anesthesia and the operation is fast. 2. Cooperate with antibiotic treatment, commonly used drugs such as cephalosporins, amoxicillin-clavulanate potassium or levofloxacin, etc., to help control the infection. 3. If the pain is obvious, antipyretic and analgesic drugs such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen can be used according to the doctor's advice to relieve symptoms. It is also necessary to monitor whether the fever persists and whether it is accompanied by symptoms such as chills to determine whether the infection has a systemic tendency. If the abscess is large or combined with other health problems, hospitalization may be required for further treatment.

During the recovery process, attention should be paid to diet conditioning and care: avoid spicy and greasy foods, increase high-fiber intake, such as whole-wheat foods, vegetables and fruits, to prevent constipation. Daily cleaning is particularly important. You can take a warm water bath after each toilet visit to help relieve discomfort and promote wound healing. Try to avoid sitting for long periods of time and do appropriate activities to improve local blood circulation. If you find that the redness and swelling at the incision are getting worse or the secretions are abnormal, you should return to the doctor in time. If perianal abscesses are not treated in time, they may develop into complex anal fistulas. Early intervention and good care are essential for recovery.