Is diarrhea a symptom of fissure?
Diarrhea – repeated diarrhea can cause an anal fissure to develop. Muscle spasms – experts believe that anal sphincter muscle spasms may increase the risk of developing an anal fissure. A spasm is a brief, automatic jerking muscle movement, when the muscle can suddenly tighten.
Is diarrhea good for fissures?
You can prevent anal fissures by avoiding constipation and diarrhea. For more information on how to do this, read our resources Constipation and Diarrhea. You can also prevent anal fissures by following a healthy diet.
Which is best treatment for fissure?
Your doctor may recommend: Externally applied nitroglycerin (Rectiv), to help increase blood flow to the fissure and promote healing and to help relax the anal sphincter. Nitroglycerin is generally considered the medical treatment of choice when other conservative measures fail.
Which antibiotic is best for fissure?
The topical antimicrobial treatment with metronidazole as an addition to the classical medical treatments in acute anal fissure is an effective and safe practice resulting in further reduction in pain and increased healing rate.
How can I treat fissure at home?
You can treat an anal fissure at home by:
- using over-the-counter stool softeners.
- drinking more fluids to stay hydrated and improve digestion.
- taking fiber supplements and eating more fibrous foods.
- taking a sitz bath to relax the anal muscles, relieve irritation, and increase blood flow to the anorectal area.
Which tablet is used for fissure?
Drugs used to treat Anal Fissure and Fistula
Drug name | Rating | Rx/OTC |
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View information about Rectiv Rectiv | 6.7 | Rx |
Generic name: nitroglycerin systemic Drug class: antianginal agents, vasodilators For consumers: dosage, interactions, side effects For professionals: Prescribing Information |