Many patients are hesitant to discuss or seek help for hemorrhoids and their related symptoms. Rest assured that hemorrhoids are incredibly common, and with treatment you can say goodbye to bothersome symptoms.
An anal fissure is a small split or tear in the lining of the anal canal. Anal fissures may be caused by constipation, the passing of large, hard stools, or by prolonged diarrhea. An Anal fissure may occur secondary to decreased blood flow or trauma to the area.
Anal fissures are also common in women after childbirth and persons with Crohn’s disease.
Symptoms
An Anal fissure may cause painful bowel movements and bleeding. There may be blood on the outside of the stool or on the toilet tissue following a bowel movement.
Diagnosis and Treatment
To diagnose, your health care provider will perform a gentle inspection of the anus.
Home care treatments:
Physician treatments may involve:
Prevention
To prevent fissures:
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