Hi Milgurl, Try treating it locally with some homeopathic rectal suppositories. I heard these work great for lesions in the rectum. Their called Avenoc rectal suppositories from Boiron. Call a health food store and see if you can find them. Their all homeop with cocoa butter to sooooothe the burn and painful hurt. Insert as directed. Make some diet changes and drink plenty of water. Rectal fissures can take a while to heal because of their location. Avenoc should speed your recovery.:>) Jm