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&lt;h2 aria-level=&quot;2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #003366;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What are the treatments for anal fissures?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;People with anal fissures are usually treated by changing their lifestyle, such as by eating more fibre, drinking lots of water, and working out regularly to encourage regular bowel movements and prevent constipation. To help with the symptoms, medicines like stool softeners and topical creams may be suggested. Rectogesic ointment may be prescribed for the treatment of anal fissures.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;More invasive treatments, such as surgery, may be considered if conservative treatments are ineffective. For example, surgeries for anal fissures might include lateral internal sphincterotomy, which involves cutting the muscle tissue around the anus to relieve pressure on the fissure, or botulinum toxin injections into the anal sphincter to relax the muscle and help it heal.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #333333;&quot;&gt;Anal fissures can be painful and uncomfortable, but effective treatments can help ease the pain and discomfort and speed up healing. If you have signs of an anal fissure, you should see a doctor immediately for a quick diagnosis and the proper treatment.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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