Ive had some gastro issues for about a year now. Developed a Fissure about 4-5 months ago. I HAVE NOT stayed disciplined with stool softeners, fiber, staying hydrated. My Gastro did a rectal exam (finger only) and suspected I have a fissure. He prescribed the Nitro cream and Ill use it for about 2 weeks then after I feel 100% Ill give up on it. Im disappointed in myself and my Dr for not giving me more a straightforward plan. I honestly just thought to use it until I felt better. Whats strange is Ive never seen blood on the toilet paper but I defintely will have a throbbing/burnign sensation for hrs after I go (I usually go 2 times in the am and maybe 1 more time in afternoon).
Here is my question: Is it possible to heal a fissure after dealing with it for 4-5 months without surgery or should I do the conservative approach 1 more time and actually commit to it a little longer. If anyone on the forum thinks its a waste of time Ill opt to have the surgery and try to put this behind me (no pun intended).
Also.....was ok until last Friday when I passed a hard stool. Had a throbbing pain afterwards for most of the day and lasted about 4 days. Im feeling a lot better today (almost no pain).