Odds n Ends

I received some great advice from a fellow fistula blogger - I need disclaimers! I'm grateful for her advice.

This disclaimer applies to all of my blog posts as well as all of my videos:

DISCLAIMER

Kshar Sutra treatment for fistulas has not been approved in Canada or the USA.

Kshar Sutra treatment for anal fistulas is only practiced in India.

All statements expressed are my own opinions. I am in no way a medical expert.

People choosing to travel to India to undergo Kshar Sutra treatment do so at their own risk.

While my views are in large part a result of receiving poor medical advice and treatment in Canada, there are many good and knowledgable doctors out there who have experience successfully treating anal fistulas

If you choose to undergo Kshar Sutra, you will be responsible for paying for the procedure as well as travel, food and accommodations for the duration of your stay.

As with any medical procedure,  results and experience may vary according to the individual as well as the skill of the doctor.

Please make sure to thoroughly research any doctor and verify that they are legitimate before travelling to India

NEVER send any doctor money or financial info. in advance

The cost and duration of Kshar Sutra typically depends on the length and complexity of the fistula being treated as well as if there are underlying health conditions  (for ex Crohn's or diabetes as these conditions may mean the area heals more slowly). A doctor may be able to give you an estimate for the cost and duration of treatment,  but only after a physical exam will they actually know this information.

Kshar Sutra is a herbal treatment and how it is practiced depends on the skill and preferred techniques of the doctor. Make sure to research any doctors thoroughly before committing yourself.

Thoroughly research the area (hotel, city etc) you wish to travel to. Like all places some locations in India are safer than others.



I suffered with a high complicated front facing anal fistula that went through both sphincter muscles for 8 months before deciding to travel to Pune India to have Kshar Sutra treatment with Dr. Bapat. If you are curious about Kshar Sutra treatment, have had Kshar Sutra treatment and would like to share your experience, or are undergoing Kshar Sutra, please request to join my closed, confidential Kshar Sutra support group on Facebook Please note - everything stated is my personal opinion. I do not advise going against the advice of your doctor. I am not a medical professional. Kshar Sutra treatment is only legal to practice in India. People choosing to travel to India to undergo Kshar Sutra treatment do so at their own risk.

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