What is an anal fissure and the symptoms?
Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010A fissure is a cut or tear. An anal fissure is a cut or tear typically located just inside the anal canal. These fissures can be caused by things such as constipation, inflammation, diarrhea, or tight anal sphincter muscles. Symptoms associated with a fissure include: Rectal bleeding Rectal itching Pain when going to the bathroom [...]