“Is surgery necessary for anal fissures?”
I am a 33 year old male. I have anal fissures. Is surgery necessary for anal fissures?
3 Answers
Surgeonsurgeon
Short answer is no. First line treatment is softening of stool and avoiding straining; some patients respond to topical medications. Best to see a colorectal surgeon or a general surgeon in your area that does anorectal surgery to determine if you need surgery.