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What to do about this possible anal fissure? prep h? it stings
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Anal Fissure: SSS: The three s's. 1. Keep the tear clean. This is done by soaking. Either use sits baths, wet wipes, but do not let this area get infected or irritated. 2. Soften the stool. You do not want to bear down with a hard stool to extend the tear. And 3. Steroids. Some creams or suppositories will deliver a medicine to help the tissue heal. Preparation h is witch hazel an anti-itch herb.
Answered 6/15/2018
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No: Not prep h. See a doc, there are prescription ointments that can help it heal.
Answered 6/15/2018
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