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A member asked:

I have anal fissure and have been on diltiazem for 3days but i am still in extreme pain.what can i do? can i put ice?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Stop diltiazem!: It constipates, a cause of fissure! Use moist wipes after defecating and use a stool softener and Metamucil!

Answered 10/20/2018

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