Hello all,
About 4 months ago, I had a posterior superficial spincterotomy (like an LIS but in the 6:00 position) along with a fissurectomy to try to help heal an anal fissure. Unfortunately, not only has the fissure not healed, but the fissurectomy wound did not heal properly, leaving me with a deformity known as a "keyhole deformity." (Think of what an old skeleton key hole looks like).
For the last 2 months, I strongly suspect that I am leaking mucus through this deformity. I say suspect because I'm not positive this leakage isn't coming from the fissure itself as it heals, but this seems unlikely given the volume. Also, this is a classic result of a keyhole deformity, according to what i have read.
My question is, has anyone else out there had a similar deformity? If so, what was it like for you, how did you handle it, and what did your doctor suggest/do? My current doctor basically says this is a minor issue I should deal with, but I'm 27yo and will not accept soiling myself or using cotton gauze for the rest of my life. I understand there are a couple of surgical procedures out there that can correct this.
I'm really looking forward to speaking with someone who has had this condition as well. It has really altered my life and frankly it is driving me crazy.
Thanks! And I wish you all the best of luck.