So, I've posted a few times before about this. But I need advice as it's ongoing.
Sorry this is long and TMI (and massively embarrassing!!)
I've suffered with anal fissures since my daughter was 6 weeks, so around 6 months now.
The vast majority of the time it's very uncomfortable, but sometimes (for a few days) feels ok, and sometimes (like now) is so agonising that I'm screaming in pain when I go to the toilet, take painkillers and have to lie down after. It makes my whole bottom feel like it's throbbing for hours after and I can't sit down for normally a few hours after (which makes BF my daughter or driving difficult!).
I've been given suppositories and laxatives. The issue is, I don't feel constipated. However my poo is very sticky (normal colour though). I've tried every diet change, position on the toilet etc that has been suggested previously. I use the suppositories but they suggest morning, night and after every bowel movement (so at least 3 a day for me). But they only ever prescribe a pack which will last less than a week at a time. But will prescribe more over the phone when I phone.
When I have had no pain for a few days I gradually cut down on suppositories, but then all of a sudden it starts again.
I'm back at the GP tomorrow and have waited 6 weeks for this appointment. I'm worried they just offer me more of the same. Is there anything else anyone can suggest I ask the GP for? I feel like this is starting to affect my mental health!