Do anal cysts require surgery?

Patients with anal cysts usually require surgical treatment. Anal cysts, also known as anal gland cystitis, are cysts formed due to bacterial infection of mucous membranes that become inflamed and pus-filled resulting in blockage. Patients may experience symptoms such as an anal mass and a significant sensation of swelling. As the fluid inside the anal cyst is usually not absorbed by the body, with the increase of time more and more fluid, resulting in the gradual increase of the cyst, so anal cyst patients need timely surgical treatment. Patients can under the guidance of the doctor to carry out needle pus extraction or open drainage surgery, etc. for patients to eradicate the treatment. Patients should keep the wound clean and hygienic after the operation, and change the medicine regularly to avoid secondary infection of the wound caused by perianal secretion. After the operation, patients should pay attention to a light diet, eat more foods rich in vitamins and water. Prohibit spicy and stimulating food, quit smoking and drinking. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for treatment in time, so as not to cause delays in the condition.