Suggest Treatment For Anal Fissure In An Infant

Posted on Sun, 7 Sep 2014

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Sun, 7 Sep 2014 Answered on

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Question : 15 month old infant girl developed anal fissure and once healed a skin tag has formed. What should be done? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Arun (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
needs fissurotomy

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
Persistent anal fissure with skin tag needs removal by fissurotomy.
It is a minor procedure done in day care procedure.
Don't worry your daughter will be fine after the procedure.
Ensure soft stools with stool softeners like lactulose or isapghul for a week after the procedure.
Do ensure adequate water intake.
Wishing your daughter speedy recovery.
Regards
Dr Arun

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