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I was told by doc that i have anal fissure but i don't bleed.. is that true and if yes how long will it heal up?
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Anal fissure: Anal fissures sometimes cause only pain on passing a bowel movement. They respond to topical numbing medication and may take several weeks to get better.
Answered 5/22/2015
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Anal fissure: Anal fissures may or may not bleed. Usually they will heal in about two weeks provided you have sits bath, other medications as advised by your doctor.
Answered 7/12/2015
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