Anal Fissure - NHS

How you can treat or prevent an anal fissure yourself

If you think you might have an anal fissure, there are some things you can try to see if they help.

Do

  • take paracetamol or ibuprofen to help with pain

  • drink lots of fluids and eat plenty of fibre to keep your poo soft

  • have a warm, shallow bath after you poo to ease pain in your bottom

  • keep your bottom clean and dry

Don’t

  • do not ignore the urge to poo

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