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For anal fissure, can you use vaseline 100% pure petroleum jelly. any issues. would it help for fissure or cut.
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Won't hurt: Vaseline may help protect an anal fissure from irritation but will not facilitate healing. The most important factor in healing an anal fisssure is decreasing size and straining with bowel movements. Daily still softeners and/or fiber supplementation are important. Nifedipine ointment and Nitroglycerin ointment may also be helpful. These are prescriptions you can discuss with your doctor.
Answered 9/8/2020
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