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Harrisburg, PA

Have any of you dealt with anal fissures? or had the surgery for them?

February 11, 2016
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Members shared their experiences with anal fissures and fistulas, with many describing the intense pain and challenges of managing symptoms... Read more

Members shared their experiences with anal fissures and fistulas, with many describing the intense pain and challenges of managing symptoms while dealing with fibromyalgia. Several members offered practical advice including using Miralax or Colace daily to keep stools soft, applying zinc-based diaper rash cream to promote healing, drinking plenty of water, and taking pain medications regularly after surgery to manage both surgical and fibro pain. A recurring theme was the complex cycle between constipation from pain medications and the resulting fissures, with members emphasizing the importance of prevention through stool softeners and gentle care during recovery.

A MyFibroTeam Member

:'-( :'( :'( :'( :'( that sounds so painful. Can you sit in a warm bath for a little bit to relieve the discomfort? I still don't agree with the Drs that say narcotics don't work for fibro. I think they just don't want to prescribe them. They prescribe naltrexone which is used for people who are coming off of opiods or alcoholism. Go figure. Sorry, one of my major peeves. Feel better soon. Hugs - Em xxxx

February 12, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I think I may have had Vaginal Fissures before as I tend to have dryness issues.. Not to be inappropriate but I don't like to have sex as it hurts because of the fibro, it makes my hips hurt m y legs hurt, everything and I have become even more dry and now that I am becoming menopausal I am even more dry and really don't want to do anything. I also had an episiotomy with my son and tend to get fissures there, so I am guessing that I was maybe not stitched correctly or it may just be that because of the dryness it makes it hurt more.

February 14, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Ok basically an anal fissure is a hemorrhoid that has ripped or split. I had one surgical repair . I recovered nicely. Unfortunately for me I'm un happy the doctor didn't get rid of it. I have what I call a skin tag . So I would talk with your doctor and make sure you know how he plans on repairing it / what if anything you will have left once he does surgery

February 24, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I wish guys could understand that (the ones that do not have fibro). It does hurt and you just want them to leave you alone :( its not that you don't love them, its they are not listening to our needs and only to their needs and wants. I thought it was a partnership where it was about 2 people not 1. Guess some men don't see it as that :( which is sad, really.

February 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member Inappropriate or not, I'm with you. I don't like sex. It hurts everything, but I can't get my husband to understand that. He also doesn't understand that over stimulation is not better!

February 15, 2016

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