fissure treatment
Introduction
Fissures
are small cracks or tears in the lining of the anal canal. They can be painful
and uncomfortable, but they are not usually serious. The best treatment for
fissures depends on their severity and how quickly you want to get relief from
symptoms. If you have a mild fissure that does not cause pain or other
symptoms, there are many things that you can do at home to help relieve your
discomfort until it gets better on its own.
Fissures
have a variety of treatment options, depending on the severity of symptoms.
Depending on the type of fissure and its severity, your doctor may recommend
medical therapy or surgical procedures. Medical therapy includes topical creams
(such as zinc oxide ointment or 2 percent hydrocortisone cream).
If these
treatments aren't effective, your doctor might suggest injection with
anesthetic or steroid into the opening of your anus. If these injections are
ineffective, you may need surgery to remove the fissure.
Non-surgical
therapies are attempted before surgery and may include stool-softeners,
ointments like hydrocortisone, and other medications. Some people try one to
three months of treatments before deciding to have surgery.
If the above treatments do not
provide relief, a procedure called Botox is done, where botulinum toxin A is
injected into the anal sphincter.
In the
case of fissure, if the above treatments do not provide relief, a procedure
called Botox is done, where botulinum toxin A is injected into the anal
sphincter. It works by relaxing constricted muscles and reducing spasms.
There are lots of treatment
options for fissures
Fissures
are a common condition that affects many people. They can cause pain and
problems with bowel movements, but they don't have to be a problem for you.
There are lots of treatment options for fissures that depend on the severity of
your symptoms. If you're having trouble going to the bathroom, try taking a
laxative or eating more fiber in your diet. You may also want to try sitting on
a warm toilet seat while you're going number two—it helps relax anal muscles,
which makes it easier to go!
If these
methods aren't working for you or if your symptoms get worse over time, talk
with your doctor about other treatment options like topical creams and
ointments. These medications can help relieve pain and make it easier for stool
pass through without causing irritation at the anus (where an opening is
located).
Conclusion
fissures
are a very common condition, but they can be treated. Non-surgical therapies
are attempted before surgery and may include stool-softeners, ointments like hydrocortisone,
or other medications. If the above treatments do not provide relief, a
procedure called Botox is done where botulinum toxin A is injected into the
anal sphincter.
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