TRIBUNNEWS.COM – An anal fissure is a small tear in the thin, moist tissue (mucosa) that lines the anus.
Anal fissures are usually caused by trauma to the inner lining of the anus from a bowel movement or other stretching of the anal canal.
This disease can be caused by hard and dry bowel movements or frequent and loose bowel movements, according to American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.
A person with tight anal sphincter muscles is more likely to experience an anal fissure.
Less common causes of fissures include inflammatory bowel disease, rectal infection, trauma or tumors.
according to MayoclinicThis disease usually causes pain and bleeding during bowel movements.
Anal fissures are very common in young babies, but they can affect people of all ages.
Most anal fissures improve with simple treatments, such as increasing fiber intake or taking a sitz bath.
Some people with anal fissures may need treatment or possibly surgery.
Then, what are the symptoms of Anal Fissure?
Also read: What is Anal Fissure? This is the definition, causes, symptoms, and how to treat it
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