A cut or tear in the lining of the anus is called anal fissure. It is normally seen in people with chronic constipation. The symptoms include pain during and after a bowel movement, blood in stools, and a visible tear in the skin near the anus.
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I have protruded hemorrhoids. How to treat it?
Query: Hello doctor, Six months ago, I faced anal fissure problem, which resolved through diet and medicine. One month ago due to constipation, bleeding started during the passing of stool. Now one inner hemorrhoid has protruded about 0.3 inches in size in the anal area. This creates pain for six hours aft... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You must be having a recurrent anal fissure (fissure-in-ano). You need to see a surgeon so that you are not missing anything else.For fissures, the following remedies work wonders: I suggest you to do Sitz bath thrice a day for 15 minutes each time. Sitz b... Read Full »
I have recurring anal fissures. Please assist.
Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with an external anal fissure. Initially, I was prescribed Hydrocortisone cream and Lidocaine or Nifedipine gel. This did give me some relief, but it did not completely heal the fissure. Later, I was prescribed the Ciplox-TZ tablet with the SN plus 15, along with Duphal... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have probably got a recurrence of anal fistula. Please take high-fiber diet and laxatives, this can help prevent future recurrence too. Sitz bath is very effective. Do it as many times as possible. I have no idea about cow ghee, but a sitz bath works wonders. The... Read Full »