###Human: Why am I getting some irritation around anus? ###Assistant: Hello. 1. Use 0.2% to 0.4% Nitroglycerin cream twice daily for six weeks. 2. If you are having soft stools then you are good. Since you are having semi solid stools; please add fiber to your diet. 3. You can try Isabgol husk one teaspoon every morning in warm water. 4. You should not be straining for the poop to come out since it will cause further tears. Revert back with the answers to the above questions to an internal medicine physician online.--->