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How much blood is an anal fissure likely to produce

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hayley97469
hayley97469

I've been diagnosed with an anal fissure and have been given some cream. Since using the cream I'm in considerably less pain but the last 2 day I've seen a massive increase in the amount of blood I see. The toilet water is bright red and the poo coated. Lots on toilet paper. I'm so worried. Feels like there is a lot of pressure down there in general and feels full if you understand. Way TMI for strangers but I'm so worried. It's taking over my life. I've been dealing with piles for 6 weeks and now this. Really getting me down

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  • Laura3333
    Laura3333 hayley97469

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    Hi Hayley, the cream you have been given is designed to promote blood flow to the area so that it heals, when there's an open fissure it will bleed more, and a little blood always looks like a lot. Stick with it, hopefully it will work for you.

  • sez123
    sez123 hayley97469

    Posted

    That’s called Tenusmus Hayley  the feeling of incomplete emptying.  It’s awful. I had that for weeks after my op

    It will get better once your area starts to heal

    Are you keeping your stool soft ?? If not use some softeners as ur prob re-tearing the area with a bowel movement

    Also a little blood can look like a lot when mixed with water so it’s probably  just that 

    Try to lubricate the area b4 you go to the loo so it slides out without further trauma 

    Xx

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