Dr. Antonio Privitera

Dr. Antonio Privitera, MD, PhD, FRCS

Flowchart showing long-term management strategies for chronic anal fistula including seton placement, medical therapy, and surgical options

Chronic Anal Fistula: Long-Term Management

Most simple anal fistulas are cured with one operation. But some fistulas – particularly complex ones, Crohn’s-related ones, or those that have failed multiple surgical attempts – require long-term management strategies rather than a single curative procedure. For full treatment approach, see anal fistula treatment in Dubai. This is not failure. It is an honest […]

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Medical illustration comparing anal fissure as a surface tear and anal fistula as a tunnel connecting anal canal to skin

Anal Fissure vs Fistula: Key Differences Explained

Anal fissure and anal fistula sound similar and both affect the perianal area, but they are completely different conditions. However, they have different causes, different examinations, and completely different treatments. For a complete overview of anal fissure diagnosis and treatment, see anal fissure treatment in Dubai. Confusing them, or treating one when you have the

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Doppler-guided THD hemorrhoid artery ligation procedure showing minimal pain fast recovery in abu dhabi

THD Procedure in Abu Dhabi: Complete Guide to Transanal Hemorrhoidal Dearterialization

THD vs Other Treatments: When to Choose What THD vs Rubber Band Ligation: Feature Banding THD Best for Grade I-II Grade II-III Setting Office Operating room Anesthesia None Spinal/general Sessions Often 2-3 One Recovery 1-2 days 5-10 days Success (Grade II) Similar Similar Success (Grade III) Lower Higher Cost Lower Higher When to choose banding:

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Exercise and hemorrhoids guide showing how regular activity prevents constipation and reduces hemorrhoid risk

Exercise and Hemorrhoids in Abu Dhabi: Safe Workouts

You’re committed to fitness, but you’ve developed hemorrhoids — or For a complete treatment guide, our hemorrhoid treatment in Abu Dhabi covers all options from conservative care to surgery. you’re worried exercise might cause them. You’re wondering: Can I still go to the gym? Will heavy lifting make hemorrhoids worse? What exercises are safe? I’m

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Home remedies for hemorrhoids including high-fibre diet with fruits vegetables and whole grains

Best Foods for Hemorrhoids: Your Complete Nutrition Guide

Dietary changes work best alongside appropriate treatment — our hemorrhoid treatment in Abu Dhabi explains all options. This is one of the most common questions I hear, and one of the most important. The right diet can prevent hemorrhoids from developing, reduce symptoms if you already have them, and help prevent recurrence after treatment. I’m

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Side-by-side medical illustration comparing hemorrhoids and anal fissure showing swollen veins versus linear tear in anal canal

Hemorrhoids vs Anal Fissure: How to Tell the Difference

Hemorrhoids and anal fissures are often confused because both cause pain and bleeding. However, they are very different conditions with different treatments. For a complete overview of fissure management, see anal fissure treatment in Dubai. Here is how to distinguish between the two – and why getting the diagnosis right is essential before starting any

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Side-by-side medical diagram comparing acute and chronic anal fissure showing fresh tear versus fibrotic fissure with sentinel pile

Acute vs Chronic Anal Fissure: Key Differences

Acute and chronic anal fissures differ in duration, appearance, and treatment approach. Understanding the difference helps guide correct management. For full treatment pathways, see anal fissure treatment in Dubai. Some patients confuse fissure pain with hemorrhoids – see hemorrhoid treatment in Dubai for comparison. This guide explains the clinical differences between acute and chronic anal

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