Anal fissure Flashcards by Jullianna Paggabao | Brainscape

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Symptoms

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Linear split
Sharp pain
Bright red blood

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Treatment: acute

A

-Constipation: bulk forming
- Alt: osmotic

Pain relief:
- Simple analgesic
- Local anaesthetic - max few days

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Treatment: chronic

A

6w+
GTN rectal ointment

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