by demian » 01 Jan 2009, 20:26
The symptom you describe, the bowels not completely emptying, is probably a symptom of an internal yeast infection. The stuck poop is actually one of causes of the fissure, and it's a better idea to take longer on the bowl, and even use a little pressure, to get rid of the stuff. You'll feel better after a couple of days, is my guess.
For the yeast, you will need high quantities of high quality acidophilus. You will also need to stay away from dairy, sugar, bear, and wheat. Yeast hates garlic, so eating garlic could help. I would check with my doctor about the yeast, anyway.
Keep me posted.