My seton has gone!

[GeorgeOnToast]

Hi, new here, so apologies if there is a thread on this already!

I had a seton put in about three weeks ago after suffering from an anal fistula for quite a while before, however, tonight during my frequent checks on what's going on down there, I realised it's gone!

I had a feeling it had come loose the other day, however I didn't get a chance to check straight away, but now it's gone altogether. I can only assume it came out whilst sat on the toilet?

Is this a problem? What are they likely to do?

I'm booked in for an MRI scan in a few weeks, after which surgeons would decide what to do with me in regards to fixing me.

Having only just recovered from the pain of having it put it, I really am not looking forward to more pain!

Thanks!

 

[Sailorluna]

It is up to your surgeon. Mine initially said if it fell out not to worry it was a sign I didn't need it anymore - not sure if he was completely serious. If you still need one (drainage etc) they will most likely put in another, it might not be so bad this time though since he should not have to clean out the track.

 

[Sailorluna]

Did you talk to your surgeon?