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Having some small liquid stool incontinence following anal fissure 1 yr ago. is this something that is fixable? living w/it is difficult.

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Yes: Anal fissure can be fixed with a cream, and/or a surgical procedure performed by a general surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery. Hope this helps!

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/23/2015

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