Anal Fissure Support Forum

I used to use Cottonelle with Aloe and E. Very soothing and not bad when you dampen it. I also dab with swabs that I wet. Expensive, but helped me. And my Sitz Bath. (I am in the US).

If you had spasms, believe me you'd know. They are similar to having a cramp in the calf that goes on and on, hour after hour. Give me childbirth any day!

If you mean a colostomy, it's not surgery lightly done by a CRS. Usually for cancer of the colon or other more serious surgeries. We might consider the pain horrendous from a fissure, but in the end (sorry about the pun), it is regarded as somewhat similar to a paper cut or a sore on the edge of the...

I think you need to speak with your surgeon. It could be just from the surgery, but I would rather be sure. Do not ignore it.

Hope it's a CRS doing this and not a GP. Look at this link for "Dilation". Forcible anal stretch sounds a little similar, but the words of choice sound a bit drastic... http://anal-fissure.org/search.php?keywords=Dilation&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=titleonly&sr=posts&...

Yes, it's normal. Just keep using it as the CRS recommended, and be glad!!

Sorry for what you're going through, but have to tell you that you cannot cure a fistula/abcess without surgery. Can you not find a good surgeon, and discuss paying it off over time? It is a wretched medical system here, that you cannot get the help you need. I am in another 'boat' so to speak. I ha...

Your bum is worth the money!

The pediatric ones are much the best - but just my opinion.

Jdirect. You might want to read this article on NPR. The medical profession describes flushing out toxins as 'a load of baloney'. Personally, I would never recommend flushes and cleanses. Drink a suitable amount of water and eat sensibly. You do not want to reduce the nutrients in your body. http://...

:wel: Sorry you are healing rather slowly, and hope that you are in contact with your surgeon. You might like to look at these posts that are on the forum. Hope there might be something of some help to you" http://anal-fissure.org/search.php?keywords=sphincterotomy+&terms=all&author=&am...