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I have been having problems for months. When I have a bowel movement, I notice blood on the toilet paper, and very seldom in the stools. I have a stinging pain, and a almost burning pain around the anus. It takes a while to go away, but it itches, and sometimes hurts also while I am in the shower.

posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014

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Thu, 29 Nov 2018 Answered on

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General Surgeon, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel's Response

Hello,

* As per my case evaluation, most likely issue of anal fissure condition.

* Best guidelines till you consult your surgeon and confirm the diagnosis of the fissure

- consume more liquids

- high fiber diet

- bulk forming laxative as ispaghula husk

- local application of xylocaine (2%) jelly over the anus

- sitz bath 2-3 times a day, specifically after passing stools

- anti-inflammatory medicine as tablet ibuprofen (600 mg) 3 times a day after meals. Do continue to use our medical services.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon

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