by NeuropathicGuy » 22 May 2010, 01:20
Dee, I had discharge for a while after LIS and posted a big freaked out thread about it, and everyone told me it's normal :) Actually I still have discharge now, but I also had that 2nd surgery for the abscess a week ago, so I can't attribute it all to LIS alone. Definitely take care with the valium. Most doctors treat valium very casually but benzodiazepine addiction is pretty evil stuff. They're one of the hardest drugs to get off of, and most doctors aren't very informed about how to properly taper off them. Granted, I agree with you that I'd rather have valium dependency than live in fissure hell. Like you, I still have pain weeks after LIS. I'm impressed that you're back at work actually. I'm still stuck at home. Walking is okay but sitting is very iffy and driving definitely ain't happening.
Jman, I've used both hemorrhoid and fissure ointments at the same time. I don't think it'll do any harm, except the anus might get irritated from all the moisture (it did for me). The Anusol that Cheryl mentioned is available OTC now but the name has changed to Tuck's. It was a bit too pasty for my liking but you should try some different things to see what works for you. If the hemorrhoid is really big you may need more than ointments though. If you want to be safe I'd get a doc to have a look and give you his opinion. I've spent a fortune on just about every kind of hemorrhoid cream available and for me the only thing that actually cured them was time and a strict diet. The creams did help alleviate the discomfort, but only very temporarily. But my hemorrhoids (both internal and external) were only moderate, not severe.
Steve, hope you get your LIS date soon buddy!