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Anal fissure reopens whenever i go poop. was on antipsychotics and had constipation and when coming off then i developed the painful fissure. heal it?

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes.: There are medications that heal anal fissures. Yes, antipsychotics can cause constipation. To avoid that side-effect , stool softeners like Colace and Miralax powder with plenty of water are given. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can also cause constipation. See your doctor ASAP.

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Answered 6/30/2014

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A member asked:

Anal fissure reopens whenever i go poop. was on antipsychotics and had constipation and when coming off then i developed the painful fissure. heal it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Dr Barton agreed

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