Anal Fissure and Fistula Questions

Why is there blood in my stool? What does it mean?

Treatment for Intense Anal Itching? Pruritus Ani Cure??

There are a variety of recommended remedies for Pruritus Ani, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, and other health issues that result in chronic and severe rectal itching... but what is the best treatment to relieve these symptoms? I've struggled with an insanely itchy anus for over 7 years now... 2... read more

Is steroid and Lidocaine application for anal fissure ( 3 weeks old fissure) with Miralax enough?

I am currently suffering from Anal fissure due to constipation since 3 weeks. It bled in the beginning and almost healed over two weeks. Yesterday I had another episode of constipation and my fissure bled again with too much of pain. My doctor prescribed me steroid and Lidocain gel for topical... read more

Anal Fissure and Fistula - Best way to clean after bowel movement?

Hi, after I have a bowel movement, what is the best thing to use to clean yourself? Wet toilet paper? I heard baby wipes was bad. Also, I was thinking about using a 100% Aloe Vera gel in and around the anal fissure, but doesn't the area in and around the fissure need to be clean first? If so,... read more

Will Bactine spray help with burning anal fissures and hemorrhoids?

constant burning pain (easily 12 hrs at a time). Before and after I go to the bathroom. Pain meds barely help.

Anal fissure from 4 weeks. Currently taking Senna8.6mg and Miralax. Still have hard BM initially?

I am currently suffering from Anal fissure due to constipation since 3 weeks. My pain has gone down considerably with fissure, however I have itching sensation. I am taking Miralax and Senna 8.6mg at night.In spite of taking all these, morning BM is hard initially and then its loose. I still see... read more

Is Nifedipine 0.3% ointment for anal fissure safe to use in pregnancy?

I have a small anal fissure, and my doctor is treating it with Nifedipine 0.3% ointment. I am supposed to apply a pea sized amount to the anus 3 times a day during 6 weeks. I still have 5 weeks to go, but I plan to start trying to get pregnant immediately. Should I interrupt the treatment? I would... read more

How do you to treat hemorrhoids at home?

What is Diltiazem used for?

My doctor has given me this for an anal fissure and I’m trying to understand

NIFEDPINE 0.3% lidol.5% cream used for anal fissure - why does it burn?

What would cause such burning when administered, I'm using it in cream form(NIFEDPINE 0.3%lidol.5%)?diagnosed with a fisher in rectum