Can anal fissures heal on their own?
Disease description:
I'm 45 years old this year. I usually enjoy eating spicy food, which often causes me to have excessive internal heat. Recently, I've developed anal fissures. I don't want to take medication because it's too troublesome. I'd like to know whether anal fissures can heal on their own?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
It depends on the specific situation. For newly developed cases, once the triggering factors are removed and blood circulation is improved, the tissue can repair itself and achieve a cure. However, for chronic anal fissures that recur frequently, the likelihood of self-healing is low; in such cases, surgical treatment is the definitive therapeutic strategy. If patients experience severe pain at the site of the anal fissure, symptomatic relief with oral analgesics such as celecoxib may be considered. It is also recommended to drink plenty of water, maintain adequate hydration, consume more fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid spicy and irritating foods.
