Question 1

my anal fissure is healed (dr. said it's healed now) but the sphincter muscle is too tight that i cannot apply ointments and even sometimes i get spasms. how to relax it? i'm already doing sitz bath and applying gtn. what else should i do now?

Accepted Answer

: you may need a sphincter release see a colorectal surgeon

Question 2

a not is on my sphincter muscle it is as big as a grape

do i need to go to the er 
it just happen an hour ago

Accepted Answer

Probably not: A sudden grape like mass on the anal sphincter is most likely a hemorrhoid. Unless you are in severe pain, er visit is not necessary. Have your primary care provider evaluate this soon.

Question 3

i have been suffering two months of soreness and pain on the left anal sphincter muscle at the opening. dr. performed and a scope no abnormalities.

Accepted Answer

Proctologist: I recommend that you consult a proctologist if you want a thorough evaluation of this symptom. In my experience they are more expert in diagnosis and treatment of anal and rectal disorders compared with gastroenterologists or even colorectal surgeons. You may have a chronic anal fissure,small perianal abscess or fistula.

Question 4

i got a fistulotomy 7 days ago. the doctor said it didn't involve sphincter muscle but the wound looks really deep. how long will this take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: But usually about 2-3 weeks. Obviously it depends a lot on how big the actual wound is, but a healthy person typically heals pretty quickly. I am assuming you do not have a seton in place? For a definitive answer, ask the surgeon that did your operation! Good luck!

Question 5

can a damaged iris sphincter muscle recover on its own?

Accepted Answer

No: Iris muscles cannot heal.  You can have some surgical improvement if the iris is distorted or causes light sensitivity.

Question 6

can ultrasound be used to detect sphincter muscle injuries or dysfunctions?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ultrasound is one of the modalities used to test for anal sphincter anatomy. If you are experiencing fecal incontinence it is one of the tests that may be used to help evaluate the cause.

Question 7

sphincter muscle spasms. is this related to anything other than proctal fugax?

Accepted Answer

Hard to Know: Proctalgia fugax- brief episodes of rectal pain generally associated with, unpredictable spasm like pain that is often described by patients as: very sharp and twisting, lancinating, cramping,  can awaken you from sleep. Last from seconds to as long as 30 minutes,  feels exactly like sphincter muscle spasms, however- your doctor will still exam to rule out, lesions, fissures in that region.

Question 8

my sphincter muscle has been twitching on and off the past few days. is this a sign of a serious condition? scared.

Accepted Answer

Not serious: i suspect you are talking about anal sphincter. If it does not abate in a couple of weeks, you may wish to consult your doctor. Take a fiber laxative and drink enough water to keep your stool soft.

Question 9

after researching online, i'm worried i might have anal warts.  do the warts usually "recede" into my anus if i flex my sphincter muscle?

Accepted Answer

Anal warts: Please get an appointment with your primary doctor as soon as you can. If the doctor cannot help you as much as he would like you will be referred to a specialist
Hope all goes well.

Question 10

will a tear in an eye sphincter muscle heal?

Accepted Answer

No: The iris does not heal but can be repaired surgically in some cases.

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My anal fissure is healed (dr. said it's healed now) but the sphincter muscle is too tight that i cannot apply ointments and even sometimes i get spasms. how to relax it? i'm already doing sitz bath and applying gtn. what else should i do now?

A member asked:

A not is on my sphincter muscle it is as big as a grape do i need to go to the er it just happen an hour ago

A member asked:

I have been suffering two months of soreness and pain on the left anal sphincter muscle at the opening. dr. performed and a scope no abnormalities.

A member asked:

I got a fistulotomy 7 days ago. the doctor said it didn't involve sphincter muscle but the wound looks really deep. how long will this take to heal?

A member asked:

Can a damaged iris sphincter muscle recover on its own?

A member asked:

Can ultrasound be used to detect sphincter muscle injuries or dysfunctions?

A member asked:

Sphincter muscle spasms. is this related to anything other than proctal fugax?

A member asked:

My sphincter muscle has been twitching on and off the past few days. is this a sign of a serious condition? scared.

A member asked:

After researching online, i'm worried i might have anal warts. do the warts usually "recede" into my anus if i flex my sphincter muscle?

A member asked:

Will a tear in an eye sphincter muscle heal?

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