Question 1

are there any natural remedies for anal fissures that are proven to work? i applied vaseline and stopped nitroglycerin. aloe vera plant, coconut, etc?

Accepted Answer

Unproven but helpful: I don't know of any "proven" to work but that does not mean they won't work- there is little research on natural remedies as no one can patent ; profit from them but they often help. For things to try see http://www.Optimalhealthnetwork.Com/anal-fissures-s/191.Htm 
; http://drwheatgrass.Com/conditions/anal-fissure/ 
; http://healfissures.Com/  
; http://earthclinic.Com/cures/anal-fissures.Html.

Question 2

is there any homeopathic treatment for anal fissures?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are more than 90 homeopathic remedies known to help anal fissures.  Differentiating which is best for you requires a personal consultation with a professional homeopath.  Ignatia may help anal fissures accompanied by rectal spasms.  Aesculus is known for hemorrhoid pain associated with low back pain ; rectal pain as if the rectum is full of small sticks. Graphites is yet another possibility.

Question 3

what is the best natural treatment for chronic anal fissures ?

Accepted Answer

Soft stools: This will work about 20% of the time.
Lateral sphinctermyotomy is curative.  Spare the knife and spoil the rectum

Question 4

can inserting a shaved raw potato pellet rectally post bm and leaving it there til the next bm really heal anal fissures? (folk remedy?)

Accepted Answer

Absolutely NOT: The rectum is an exit not an entrance. Old wives probably never had a fissure.

Question 5

any treatment recommended for anal fissures? why so they keep recurring? use cottonelle wet wipes as well as toilet paper. what causes anal fissures?

Accepted Answer

The Three S's: Yes. This is how medical students learn about anal fissures:
1. Soak: this means keep the torn tissue clean. Using wet wipes or soaking in the tub works.
2. Soften the stool: keeping the bowels soft so no further trauma occurs
3. Steroids: steroid cream can be used to promote rapid healing of the torn tissue.

If this does not work or the pain is intolerable a colo-rectal surgeon is next.

Question 6

2 weeks ago had constipation which bled (anal fissures diagnosd)/took treatment/today,constipatn recurred wid pain no bleeding.pl. help me to cure it?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: It is possible your anal fissures are caused by constipation.  Therefore treatment should be focused on relieving constipation - you can do this by increasing the amount of water and fiber in your diet.  Medicines such as senna, docusate and milf of magnesia help relieve constipation.

Question 7

hello, i am healing from anal fissure since 2 weeks and following the home treatment regime. how long should i avoid playing some sport (badminton or basketball). is there a chance that fissure might reopen? also, do fissures ever heal permanently?

Accepted Answer

: Regular exercise and sports shouldn't aggravate a healing or healed anal fissure but the bearing down like you're straining to have a bowel movement does. If you don't require such a straining motion during basketball or badminton, these activities should be ok for you. On the other hand, weight lifting would be a no no!

Question 8

anal fissure treatment ?

Accepted Answer

Just 3 words?...: More details would help. For anus problems, one can start with her primary care doctor. The doctor can light up the anal area and get a good exam. Most problems can be resolved there. If not resolved, then anal skin problems can be seen by a dermatologist, and internal problems may need a gastroenterologist, protologist, colorectal surgeon, or general surgeon... depending on the type of problem.

Question 9

which treatment works the best and fastest for anal fissure?

Accepted Answer

Soften stool, baths: Eliminating constipation and softening stools are usually the primary targets when treating anal fissures. Such goals can be accomplished by taking daily fiber supplements and/or using laxatives. Sitz baths, during which the rectal area is immersed in warm water for 10-15 minutes, are also therapeutic and should be done 2-3 times per day. Sitz baths are available in most drugstores.

Question 10

anal fissure that is extremely painful. what is the fastest treatment for this?

Accepted Answer

Depends: First line treatment is a high fiber diet, plenty of fluids and possible a laxative to keep your bowel movements soft.  Warm baths. 
If persist, prescription antispasmodic cream
if persists, Botox or surgery in form of sphinterotomy
the above order is also depended on the severity, persistency, recurrence and appearance of your fissure
if your symptoms are severe and persist see a colon and rectal.

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Are there any natural remedies for anal fissures that are proven to work? i applied vaseline and stopped nitroglycerin. aloe vera plant, coconut, etc?

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Is there any homeopathic treatment for anal fissures?

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What is the best natural treatment for chronic anal fissures ?

A member asked:

Can inserting a shaved raw potato pellet rectally post bm and leaving it there til the next bm really heal anal fissures? (folk remedy?)

A member asked:

Any treatment recommended for anal fissures? why so they keep recurring? use cottonelle wet wipes as well as toilet paper. what causes anal fissures?

A member asked:

2 weeks ago had constipation which bled (anal fissures diagnosd)/took treatment/today,constipatn recurred wid pain no bleeding.pl. help me to cure it?

A member asked:

Hello, i am healing from anal fissure since 2 weeks and following the home treatment regime. how long should i avoid playing some sport (badminton or basketball). is there a chance that fissure might reopen? also, do fissures ever heal permanently?

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Anal fissure treatment ?

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Which treatment works the best and fastest for anal fissure?

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Anal fissure that is extremely painful. what is the fastest treatment for this?

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