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  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've been diagnosed with an anal fissure and just got my report. Is surgery the only way to fix this or can it be treated with medication? I'm a bit worried about going under the knife if there are other options.

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The majority of anal fissures do not require surgery. The most common treatment for an acute anal fissure consists of making one's stool more consistent with a diet high in fiber as well as utilizing over-the-counter fiber supplementation (totaling 25-35 grams of fiber/day).

Dr. Kamran Suggests...

Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist

Answered 14/08/2025

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