Fissure, anal Health Dictionary

 A small split or ulcer on the skin or mucous membrane at the entrance of the anus. Motions are passed with much pain. The anus is tightly contracted because of muscle spasm. Pain at the anal verge on straining at stool; possible stain of bright red blood on toilet paper. Torn tag of epithelium.

May be associated with piles, Crohn’s disease or colitis. Appearance resembles crack at corner of the mouth.

Alternatives. Sometimes has to be resolved by surgical operation.

Tea. Formula. Equal parts: Chamomile, Comfrey herb, Figwort. 2 teaspoons to each cup boiling water. Infuse 15 minutes. 1 cup thrice daily.

Decoction. Equal parts. Bistort root. Cranesbill root. Frangula bark. 1 teaspoon to each cup water simmered gently 20 minutes. Half-1 cup thrice daily.

Powders. Formula. Bistort root 1; Slippery Elm 2; Fenugreek 1. Pinch red pepper. Mix. Dose: 750mg (three 00 capsules, or half a teaspoon) thrice daily.

Liquid extracts. Formula. Bistort root 2; Marshmallow root 1; Frangula bark 1. Dose: 30-60 drops thrice daily, before meals.

Tincture. Tincture Bistort BHP (1983) (1:5 in 45 per cent alcohol). Dose: 30-60 drops, thrice daily. Topical. Comfrey or Calendula cream: smear on anal dilator or suppository to relieve spasm and heal. Vitamin E cream. Insert 1-4 Garlic capsules into rectum at night.

Practitioner ointment. Figwort 10; Belladonna 1. Ointment base to make 100 parts. Diet. Low residue. Dandelion coffee.

Supplements. Plenty of Vitamin C. (Oranges, citrus fruits)

Attention to bowels: Psyllium seeds.