Eight out of ten perianal abscesses are internal.

Perianal abscess is a common anorectal disease, and many people may have heard of this problem. Surprisingly, eight out of ten perianal abscesses are caused by problems with the internal opening. This means that in most cases, the root cause of the abscess lies in the infection or inflammation in the anal canal. It is very important to understand this because only by treating the problems in the internal opening can perianal abscess be effectively resolved and recurring.

1. Causes of internal opening problems: Perianal abscesses are usually caused by anal gland infection, and the anal gland opening is on the inner wall of the anal canal, which is what we call the internal opening. Bacteria enter the anal gland through the internal opening, causing infection and eventually forming an abscess. This process may be related to a variety of factors, such as poor eating habits, constipation, diarrhea or low immunity, which can increase the risk of infection.

2. Symptoms of internal mouth problems: Common symptoms include local pain, swelling, redness, and fever. If the abscess ruptures on its own, pus or bleeding may occur. It is very important to recognize these symptoms early, because timely medical treatment can prevent the condition from worsening.

3. Treatment method: The key to treating perianal abscess is to solve the problem of the internal opening. Usually, doctors will recommend surgical incision and drainage to remove pus and find and treat the internal opening. Postoperative care is also important, including keeping the wound clean, avoiding spicy and irritating foods, exercising moderately, and regular follow-up.

4. Preventive measures: In order to prevent the occurrence of perianal abscess, maintaining good living habits is the key. Eat more fiber in your diet to keep your bowels open; pay attention to personal hygiene, especially around the anus; exercise properly to enhance immunity. At the same time, regular health checks can also help detect problems early.

Although perianal abscess is common, as long as we understand its causes and symptoms and take active treatment and prevention measures, we can effectively control this problem. A healthy lifestyle not only helps prevent perianal abscess, but also improves the overall quality of life. I hope everyone can get inspiration from it and pay attention to their own health.