
I'm just a bit iffy on how exactly to use the cream. I know it can be used both internally and externally, and you're only supposed to use a small amount (pea-sized?), correct? But how exactly do I know I'm putting it directly on the fissure?! The fissure is internal - it can't even be seen externally. The pharmacist said I could try using a q-tip to apply it directly to the fissure, but it's hard to tell exactly where it IS! I know it's around the 4:00 position, but I can't guarantee I'm getting the cream on it when it's internal... I do have a small applicator that came with the hydrocortisone cream I was given a few weeks ago. Should I use that? The only problem with the applicator is the little holes are all around it, and I'd be putting cream on the whole rectal area...is that bad? Should it only be applied to the fissure?
Also, how long do you use the ditiazem? The surgeon said a couple of weeks, but I know others here mentioned using them for a matter of months! What did your doctors tell you? This surgeon wasn't a colorectal surgeon (the only colorectal surgeon at the office didn't have an appointment until July), so I'm thankful he was able to prescribe the right cream for me, but he wasn't very clear on how, and how long, to use it. He's not really an expert on treating them. Anyone have some advice?