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Anal Fissure

A tear in the lining of the anus. more

How did people like you experience Anal Fissure?

Below you can see what K knows about how 16950 real people experienced Anal Fissure, including:

  1. Symptoms to watch for
  2. Testing
  3. Treatment
  4. Recovery

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What to watch out for if you have Anal Fissure:

Watch for symptoms like Anal pain and Bright red rectal bleeding.

Concerning Symptoms

People Like You often seek further care if:

  • They have a large amount of bright red blood in stool
  • Stool becomes black or maroon
  • They develop swelling around the anus

Potential Symptoms

Anal pain
Bright red rectal bleeding
Constipation
Pain with defecation

Testing for Anal Fissure

No specific tests. Physicians often perform a physical examination.

How to treat Anal Fissure

Who do people see?

Most people like you saw a Primary Care Physician to diagnose and/or treat their Anal Fissure, and were in some cases referred to a General Surgeon.

How is it treated?

Explore treatment options, like stool softeners, anti-inflammatory medications and supplemental fiber.


How long does it take to recover from Anal Fissure?

Recovery time for most cases of Anal Fissure is weeks to months.