Good morning from the UK. I am a 64 yr old guy who is now retired. keep fit and am healthy. No issues....apart from this fissure. I have had them previously on an off, but this is nasty. Started just over 3 weeks ago after a bout of constipation. Went on a high fibre diet, took fibogell and applied 1% hydrocorisone Anusol suppositories. Some relief, but can only use them for 7 days, so off to the Dr.
A quick examination and she also said she could see a haemorrhoid as well. Not much comment, but put me on Rectogesic. I have now been on it just over 1 week, and although I don't feel too bad and the irritation is less I am still getting pain on passing a motion.
Is this normal, or am I expecting the cream to work too soon? I am applying it correctly, and I am able to push it in now without hardly any discomfort. By the way, I go regularly, mostly once a day. Stools normal and no bleeding. Drinking plenty of fluids....Do I just persevere ( I have the stuff for up to 8 weeks, so when should the pain start to ease !!... I fear that my next step will be off to a surgeon if this does not work.)...Any advice, comments would be of help. Thanks !!!