My colorectal surgeon has prescribed diltiazem 3% ointment to be used 3 times a/day. I have been using it for 7 weeks and am still trying to heal one of my 2 fissures (my GP had given me 2% last year but the surgeon feels I will have more success with 3 %). The ointment gives me a burning sensation/irritation and even few little bumps around my anus
Despite this I have been forging a head but it can be quite uncomfortable. I am seeing the surgeon in 3 weeks and the thought of continuing on the ointment is tough but I also really want to avoid surgery.
Is this something that should make me stop the diltiazem altogther or take breaks from it? I would be soooo appreciative of any feedback. Thanks so much!
Adam
