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Sensitive Rectal Tissue from Fissue

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simone76753
simone76753

I was diagnosed with anal fissure almost 3 years ago.  In my search for a doc that could help the 5th one was the ticket who prescribed a compound of nitroglycerin and lidocaine to be put in the anus every day.  It worked and I haven't had a cutting/bleeding episode but in retrospect I used it too long I fear.  Now when I have a BM the area surrounding the anus is sore and irritated and the usual emollients don't work.  Coconut oil, any oil, Calmoseptine, etc. all slightly burn.  The pain is not as severe as a cutting/bleeding episode but it is very uncomfortable and lasts all day long.  i feel like an adult with diaper rash.  So unhappy cause I thought the end of bleeding was the end of the problem.  I'm wondering if I have an equivalent of chemical burn from too much use of the prescription?  Anyone else have this or similar?  Appreciate any suggestions.  Thanks

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  • debra79586
    debra79586 simone76753

    Posted

    Hi Simone, so sorry about your problem. It sounds like Pruritus Ani. I had it in the past and was caused by over cleansing. Is it itchy? Stop all creams and soaps for a while and only use warm water for cleaning and perhaps some aqueous cream if needed. 

    I hope it clears up soon! 

    • simone76753
      simone76753 debra79586

      Posted

      Hi Debra

      Thanks for replying.  I don't think it's from over cleansing though I'm now searching for the most pure, soothing soaps I can find.  And it's not from a lot of wiping either.  I actually wipe with a water-moistened tissue and just pat dry.  The irritation sets in almost immediately after a bowel movement.

      What do you mean by 'aqueous' cream?  Can you recommend one?

      thanks again for responding.

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