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Suggest Treatment For Recurring Anal Fissure
I am 35 years old and female and live in the UK. I have been diagnosed by the doctors with an anal fissure. I have had this problem (on and off) since last September. I was prescribed Diltiazem cream and Fybogel. I felt a lot better until about a week ago when I went to the hospital for a check up. The doctor when checking was quite harsh and I feel I have gome back to square one! I am in pain when going to the toilet and the Diltiazem doesn't seem to be helping. I really don't want to have surgery. I hope you can help.
Mon, 26 Feb 2018
Hello,
my name is Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
The only treatment for anal fissure is surgery.
Meanwhile some advice are:
-using over-the-counter stool softeners.
-drinking more fluids.
-taking fiber supplements and eating more fibrous foods, such as raw fruits and vegetables.
-taking warm baths called sitz baths to relax the anal muscles, relieve irritation
Hope it helps,
kind regards!
my name is Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
The only treatment for anal fissure is surgery.
Meanwhile some advice are:
-using over-the-counter stool softeners.
-drinking more fluids.
-taking fiber supplements and eating more fibrous foods, such as raw fruits and vegetables.
-taking warm baths called sitz baths to relax the anal muscles, relieve irritation
Hope it helps,
kind regards!
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