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I've had anal fissure for more than2 month now i've been using fiber and water&using vaseline to help the area but this hasn't helped. what should ido?
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Surgeon: You need to see a colo-rectal surgeon as you may need more therapy that can be anything from some medicine to a bit of surgery. Hurry up and see one - you will feel better.
Answered 3/17/2015
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