Question
My baby has developed perianal abscesses that frequently recur every time they have diarrhea. The condition has been ongoing for over a month, and they have undergone surgery at a children’s hospital, but the results have been unclear. I would like to know what methods can be used to prevent the recurrence of symptoms.
Answer
Perianal abscess is an acute purulent infection of the tissue around the rectum, resulting in an abscess. This condition is common in infants and young children, especially when they have diarrhea. Treatment typically requires surgery, which may include directly incising and draining the abscess or performing internal opening exploration and fistula incision if the abscess is connected to a fistula. The purpose of the surgery is to prevent the abscess from turning into a fistula and to promote complete healing of the wound. However, if surgery is difficult, it may be necessary to wait until the abscess turns into a fistula before undergoing surgical treatment.