Fissure All FAQ

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Laser fissure surgery will cost you around Rs. 41,500 to Rs. 55,000 approximately. There are several factors that impacts the overall price of fissure treatment, such as diagnostic tests, doctor’s consultation fee, hospital admission/discharge cost, severity of the disease, and type of surgery recommended. According to these factors, the actual cost of fissure surgery will be different for each patient.

If you have anal fissure, you should avoid eating foods that lack fiber and increase the risk of constipation, which is one of the primary cause for anal fissure. Such food items include white bread, bagels, dairy products, processed/canned foods, meat, caffeinated beverages, etc.

No. Anal fissure and anal herpes are different diseases that have a few similar symptoms like lesions which appear around the anus that causes pain and itching. However, there is one major difference between these two diseases, i.e., herpes is unlikely to bleed whereas fissures often cause bleeding during bowels.

You should visit a doctor to get fissure treatment as soon as you notice the symptoms. Without a healthy diet and active lifestyle, you won’t be able to manage the symptoms. Hence, it is crucial that you consult with a doctor and determine the most suitable treatment method for fissures.

Yes. Anal fissures can last for years without proper treatment. Fissures have a tendency to appear cyclically if they are not treated properly. Therefore, you should seek proper treatment for anal fissures before the condition becomes chronic.

Yes. Exercising will improve the blood flow in the anal region and help in proper digestion of the food to regularize the bowel movements. If you exercise regularly and eat fiber-rich foods, it will prevent constipation and formation of hard and large stools. So, you will be able to prevent the development of anal fissure too.

Yes. A fissure can heal automatically within 4-6 weeks with or without intervention. However, it is better that you make some lifestyle changes to prevent constipation and exercise to improve blood flow in the anal region that will allow fissures to heal over time. If the fissure doesn’t heal, you can seek treatment with Pristyn Care.

Yes. The treatment of anorectal diseases comes under the category of daycare procedures that are usually covered under health insurance policy. Pristyn Care accepts health insurance and also helps the patients to get a 100% claim to cover the cost of treatment.

Your doctor may recommend nitroglycerin (rectiv) that can be applied externally, topical anesthetic creams, botulinum toxin type A injection, or blood pressure medications to treat fissures non-surgically.

Anal fissures are cracks in the anal lining that exposes the anal sphincter muscle present beneath the tear and cause spasm. It pulls the edges of the fissure further apart and causes severe pain especially during bowels.

The post-surgery care tips for fissure include eating foods that improve digestive health, preventing constipation, and performing exercises that encourage regular bowels. You should avoid straining during bowels and pressure on the abdominal and anal region. Following these habits will allow the fissure to heal quickly.

If you already had a fissure surgery, it is important that you follow an active lifestyle and eat healthy foods full of fiber. Drink plenty of water/liquid and exercise regularly to minimize the chances of fissure returning after surgery.

Pristyn Care provides a complete care package to the patients who seek treatment with us. We provide discounts on diagnostic tests, free cab service on the day of surgery, single deluxe room for hospital stay, a dedicated care-buddy, post-surgery follow-ups, etc. for a complete assisted surgical experience.

As soon as the fissure starts to heal, you will be able to pass stools comfortably. Severe pain is the primary symptom of anal fissure. And when you start treatment, the pain will gradually start to dissipate and you’ll know that the fissure is healing.

A fissure will keep returning if it doesn’t heal properly. Typically, a fissure takes almost 6 weeks to heal properly. But if the healing process is interrupted, fissure will recur and eventually transform into chronic fissure that will need surgical treatment.

During the recovery phase after laser fissure surgery, you should avoid eating food items that are spicy, oily, frozen, or processed. Such foods can cause constipation and may increase the risk of relapse.

An anal fissure becomes chronic when it doesn’t heal for more than 6 weeks. It forms a cycle and stops responding to home remedies and conservative treatments. Due to this, the fissure becomes chronic and causes severe pain.

Yes. Laser fissure surgery is the safest and most-effective method to cure piles. It is a high-precision technology which surgeons have to master through special training. Moreover, it provides better control over the procedure reducing the risks and complications, thereby making the surgery safer than conventional practices.

Yes. In more than 90% cases, laser fissure surgery can cure fissure permanently as it allows the epithelial tissue to heal quickly.

In earlier stages when anal fissure symptoms are mild, it is possible to treat them by: ||-Eating fiber-rich food and drinking plenty of water. ||-Taking sitz bath after bowel movements. ||-Using creams like nitroglycerin or topical anesthetic creams. ||-Exercising regularly to promote blood flow in the anal region. ||These steps will help to manage fissure symptoms in the early stages. If these tips don’t work, you can contact Pristyn Care and consult with our specialists.