Anal Fissure, (Break in the Anus) A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions

An anal fissure is a medical disorder that involves a small split or tear in the thin moist tissue (mucosa) lining the lower rectum (anus).
An anal fissure is a small tear of the sphincter around the back passage (anus).
Although the tear of an anal fissure is normally small (less than a centimeter), it can be very painful.
This is because the anal nerves can sense pain easily.
The pain becomes worse when the patient passes stools (feces) and for an hour or so after passing feces.
Frequently an ...