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A member asked:

Anal fissure comes & goes.poop not too hard or soft, but i do wipe a lot and use non alcohol wipes.can frequent/ harsh wiping re aggravate fissure?

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Dr. Herve Dumont answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes, but wipe gently: Always drink plenty of water and eat lots of fiber to prevent constipation. Wipe gently and there will be less chance for an anal fissure.

Answered 6/17/2015

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