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Treatments List

Treatments could include:
  • Anal Fissurectomy
  • Anal Sphincterotomy
  • fluid intake encouragement
  • Lateral Sphincterotomy
  • Local muscle subcutaneous V-Y flap

Treatments Overview Articles

Anal fissure
Stool softeners; Dietary adjustment (addition of bulk - substances that absorb water while in the intestinal tract; Cleansing more gently; Petroleum jelly; Sitz bath; Anesthetic ointment, if pain interferes with normal bowel movement; Topical musc...
Source:ADAM
Date:July 14, 2006

Specific Treatments Articles

High-Fiber Diet
Fiber is the material that gives plants texture and support. Dietary fiber is found in many plant foods, including fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, and whole grains.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Eating a High-Fiber Diet
Fiber is what gives strength and structure to plants. Most grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits contain fiber. Foods rich in fiber are often low in calories and fat, and they fill you up more. They may also reduce your risks for certain health problems.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Botulinum Toxin Injections
Botulinum is a bacterium ( Clostridium botulinum ) that produces seven different toxins that can cause botulism and is also medically used to block muscle contractions. Purpose Botulinum toxin (Botox) injection is used in conditions of excessive and inappropriate muscle contraction, hyperhidiosis (excess sweating) in armpits and palms, spasticity (persistent states of muscle contraction), sphincter contraction, eye-movement disorders, tics and tremors , and cosmetically to treat facial lines and wrinkles.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Sitz bath
A sitz bath is a warm-water bath taken in the sitting position that covers only the hips and buttocks. It may be used for either healing or hygiene purposes. The water may contain medication. Sitz baths are often used to relieve pain, itching, or muscle spasms. For example, the baths are often recommended to soothe pain and promote healing after hemorrhoid surgery or an episiotomy from childbirth.
Source:ADAM
Date:January 22, 2007
Sitz Bath
A sitz bath (also called a hip bath) is a type of bath in which only the hips and buttocks are soaked in water or saline solution. Its name comes from the German verb " sitzen, " meaning " to sit.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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