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Effective Treatment for Fissure: Comprehensive Guidelines

A fissure is a tear in the lining of the anus, sometimes accompanied by severe pain and blood. Medstar offers superior treatment options for fissure through expert surgeons and medical staff to help deal with symptoms effectively and long-lastingly.

What is Fissure?

A fissure is defined as a small tear in the anal mucosa that most frequently is due to:

Constipation or diarrhoea.
Straining during bowel movements.
Trauma or injury
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Symptoms of fissure include:

Severe pain during and after bowel movements.
Bleeding during bowel movements.
Itching or irritation around the anus.
Swelling or inflammation around the anus.

Available treatments for fissure

Our hospital offers several treatments for fissure, such as conservative management through dietary change, lifestyle adjustment, and medications that could better manage their symptoms.

Injection of Botox in the affected area. The procedure works through the relaxation of the affected muscles, thus promoting healing.
Lateral internal sphincterotomy: A surgical procedure in which a small incision is made in the anal sphincter and muscle spasms are minimised, thus promoting healing.
Fissurectomy: Surgical removal of the fissure.

Healing Process

Considering that post-treatments, patients experience discomfort, pain, and swelling to various degrees, healing and avoiding complications become all the more important:

Take a diet that is high in fibre
Do not lift heavy or strain
Follow the prescribed pain medication
Apply ice packs on the affected part to reduce inflammation
Regularly visit your physician whenever you feel like or as instructed

FAQ

What is an anal fissure?

An anal fissure is a small cut or tear in the inner soft lining of the anus. It causes anal pain and anal bleeding during bowel movements. Commonly it is caused by hard and large stool passage. Mostly, an anal fissure heals itself and does not require medical attention. Medical treatment is required in cases of recurring and chronic fissures which last for more than 6 weeks,

Can anal fissures cause itching?

Yes, anal fissures can cause uncomfortable itching in the anal area due to the irritation of surrounding tissue. To get relief from uncomfortable and constant itching topical medicated ointments like hydrocortisone or zinc oxide are prescribed. The patient is advised to keep the affected area clean and dry. Consult the proctologist for the permanent fissure treatment in Dubai.

Can anal fissures cause anal bleeding?

Yes, anal fissures can cause anal bleeding as small cuts can bleed during every bowel movement. The underlying cause of the anal bleeding must be diagnosed and treated accordingly. Consult the doctor as soon as anal bleeding is noticed. At MEDSTAR, we have the facility of anoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and colposcopy to confirm the diagnosis and provide the best-suited fissure treatment in Dubai for the patient

What are the complications of an anal fissure?

Complications of chronic anal fissures:

Severe anal pain and anal bleeding during bowel movements.
Regular bleeding can lead to anemia like symptoms.
A chronic anal fissure can progress to a large tear in the inner skin of the anus leading to an increase in pain, bleeding, and delayed healing.
A chronic anal fissure can get infected, resulting in fever, swelling, pain and pus discharge

How can I lower my risk of getting anal fissures?

Consuming a fiber-rich diet, adequate water intake and regular exercise help in smooth bowel movements preventing anal fissures.

Even after taking these steps, if you still get anal fissures, consult our colorectal surgeons at MEDSTAR. They will help you in diagnosing the underlying cause of anal fissures and their permanent treatment.

What is the permanent treatment of recurring anal fissures?

An anal fissure is a small tear or a cut near the anal opening that usually heals within 3-4 weeks through home remedies and medications.
For recurring or chronic anal fissures, fissure laser treatment in Dubai is the suggested long-lasting treatment. In this surgery, lasers are used to release the tension in anal sphincter muscles resulting in quick and permanent healing of the anal fissures. The patient can return to a normal work routine from the next day of surgery and complete healing takes 1-2 weeks.