During the acute phase of a perianal abscess, there is significant local redness, swelling, heat, and pain around the anus. Generally, this condition is caused by an infection of the anal crypts, and the possibility of self-healing is very low, so the main treatment for a perianal abscess is surgery. The surgical approach usually involves incision and drainage of the perianal abscess, combined with a one-time curative surgery. If the abscess ruptures and forms an anal fistula, surgical treatment is also required. During the outbreak of a perianal abscess, due to the severe local pain, it is advisable to undergo surgery as soon as possible to prevent further spread of the abscess. Simple topical medications can only relieve the symptoms of local inflammatory infection and cannot achieve a cure.