Albany, GA
A 23-year-old male asked:
i have anal fissure i was prescribed nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide cream got it thursday how long will it take for my anal fissure to heal?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alexander Schermer answered
Emergency Medicine 22 years experience
Soon: The anus heals relatively fast but it may take several more days. Use stool softeners/metamucil to keep your bowel movements as soft as possible. Also sitz baths will help it heal faster.
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