About- An anal fissure also called anal ulcer or rectal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus.
Symptoms-
Sharp pain during and after bowel movements which can last up to several hours
Red blood on the stool
Anal Itching, irritation, or burning sensation
Crack or tear in the skin around the anus
A skin tag, or a small lump of skin, next to the fissure
Causes-
Passing large or hard stools
Constipation
Chronic diarrhea
Inflammation of the anorectal area, caused by Crohn's disease or another inflammatory bowel disease
Childbirth
Anal cancer
HIV
Tuberculosis
Syphilis
Herpes
Specialists to visit
Colorectal Surgeon
Gastroenterologist
General Physician
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