Curing with Care

Curing with Care

Curing with Care For years, the words “cure” and “care” felt distant when it came to my complex fistula. I had resigned myself to a life of managing symptoms, the idea of a true cure seemed like a far-off dream. In the Western medical system, “care” had become synonymous with routine treatment, often lacking the […]

A Breakthrough in Complex Fistula Treatment

breakthrough fistula treatment

A Breakthrough in Complex Fistula Treatment: The BEST Technique, Now Patented! If you’re struggling with a complex anal or recto-vaginal fistula, you know how challenging and disruptive it can be. Finding effective treatment can feel like a journey in itself. At Healing Hands Clinic, under the leadership of Dr. Ashwin Porwal, they are committed to […]

Fighting The Stigma Associated with IBD and Fistula

Stigma IBD Fistula

Living with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or any form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a daily challenge that often comes with a heavy burden of stigma. This stigma can stem from a lack of understanding about the conditions themselves, leading to misconceptions and judgments that can exacerbate the suffering of those affected. Adding a […]

Fistula Free

Celebrating being fistula free

Kyla Marie ~ Australia On October 22nd 2024, I will be fistula free for 2 years.  Free from a disease that I thought that I would have forever. And I have Dr. Ashwin Porwal to thank for it.  His DLPL laser surgery and amazing staff and facilities at Healing Hands Clinic are the reason I […]

Understanding and Managing Fistulizing Crohn’s Disease

Fistulizing Crohn's, fistula

Introduction Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. While Crohn’s disease can present in various ways, one of its more severe forms is fistulizing Crohn’s disease. This blog post will explore what fistulizing Crohn’s disease is, how it differs from other forms of Crohn’s, its symptoms, strategies for managing and diagnosing […]