Diets including raw fruits, vegetables and nuts can alleviate the symptoms of anal fistula and promote wound healing. Rows can cause severe pain in the anal fistula, especially if digesting waste is difficult and difficult to pass. The anal fistula diet should emphasize nutrient-rich, high-fiber foods that relieve bowel movements and support the formation of healthy new tissues.
Cause
Bacterial infection is usually the root cause of anal fistula. An abnormal tunnel-like opening that leads from the anus to the skin or internal organs around the anus. Bacterial infections in the anus or rectum can lead to the formation of abscesses or pus bags. If the abscess ruptures, the underlying wound may form a fistula. Anal fistula may cause pain d. Irritations around the rectum and anus may cause a fever because your body will fight infection. A person with Crohn's disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that can damage the tissues of the digestive tract, is prone to anal fistula. Colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, anal or rectal injury or radiation therapy may also cause anal fistula.
Treatment
The University of Iowa Healthcare recommends a high-fiber diet as part of a comprehensive treatment for anal fistula treatment. The fiber enlarges the stool, making the bowel movement easier to pass, reducing the pressure of the anal sphincter and preventing constipation pain. Drinking water and other caffeine-free fluids throughout the day soften stools and relieve bowel movements. Your health care provider may recommend adding psyllium seeds or other natural fiber supplements to your diet to promote intestinal activity and soften digestive waste. The comprehensive treatment plan may also include a warm bath and a suppository or ointment to minimize pain and inflammation. If the fistula does not heal in time, surgery may be required.
Nutritional Benefits
Vegetables, fruits and nuts provide vitamins and minerals that support your immune system and accelerate wound healing. Beta-carotene is a botanical compound found in orange, yellow, red vegetables and fruits, and green leafy vegetables. When food is digested, it is converted to vitamin A. Vitamin A supports the integrity of the skin and tissues that line the body cavity. Vitamin C, found in citrus fruits, tomatoes and many other fruits and vegetables, strengthens the immune system and helps the body fight infection. Almonds, cashews and peanuts contain zinc, a mineral that helps in the formation of new cells and wound healing. Raw agricultural products retain more water-soluble nutrients such as vitamins B and C than cooked fruits and vegetables.However, unless you like raw food, eating high-fiber roasted, steamed or grilled foods may also be beneficial for healthy digestion and wound healing.
Notes
Although dieting at the University of Maryland Medical Center points out that the emphasis on raw foods may help anal fistula heal, high-fiber foods may aggravate the symptoms of Crohn's disease patients. If eaten, steamed, roasted or boiled vegetables and fruits may be easier to digest raw foods leading to gas, indigestion, bloating or abdominal pain. Some nutritious foods can increase the risk of foodborne illness during raw food. Although shellfish are rich in zinc, a mineral that promotes wound healing, raw shellfish may contain harmful bacteria and parasites. Discuss with your health care provider or dietitian how to promote an anal fistula healing while meeting your nutritional needs.
