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I recently asked a doctor about a fissure on my anal canal. will it ever heal?

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Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

Yes, with time: It will take some time to heal. In the meantime, avoid trauma, including effects of constipation, to the area as this can lead to bleeding, infection, and, rarely, incontinence.

Answered 8/5/2012

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A member asked:

I recently asked a doctor about a fissure on my anal canal. will it ever heal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

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