How long does it take to recover after high complex anal fistula surgery

The recovery time after surgery for high complex anal fistula is usually more than 2 months, the exact time is related to the severity of the patient’s condition, the method of surgery and postoperative recovery.
Anal fistula is a common perianal infectious disease. According to the location and complexity of its infection, it is divided into high, low, simple and complex anal fistula. Among them, high complex anal fistula, due to the distance from the anus, internal mouth, external mouth, fistula more, the infection area is larger, so the operation is relatively complex, and its recovery time is also longer, the general recovery period is more than 2 months.
Postoperative healing process is also very important, if there is a bridge-type healing of the wound or infection after surgery, the healing time will also be extended, even more than 3 months time.
It is recommended that patients actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment after the operation, change the medicine regularly, keep the wound clean and drainage smooth; eat more nutritious, light and easy to digest food, avoid spicy and stimulating food; pay attention to the combination of work and rest, avoid overwork, and promote the healing of the wound. The specific recovery time is subject to the doctor’s opinion.