Anal fissures

  • Facts:
    Slit like tears of the anal canal
    Mostly located on the posterior or anterior anal verge
    MC caused by the passage of large, hard constipated tools
  • History / PE:
    Constipation
    Painful defecation
    Hematochezia
  • Treatment:
    Diet modification (high-fiber diets)
    Stool softener
    Local anesthetic



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July 27th 2010