Straining During Bowel Movements May Cause Anal Fissures

Straining during bowel movements may cause anal fissures. It forces the stool to move even though the anal muscles are not yet properly stretched. This over stresses the anal canal leading to fissure. Other effects of straining during bowel movement include increased pressure within the chest. This phenomenon is called the Valsalva effect. The valsalva… Read More »

What is involved during the anal fissure operation and the recovery after surgery?

Different types of surgery may be done to treat anal fissures, such as lateral internal sphincterotomy, fissurectomy, and advancement flaps.  The procedure may be repeated similarly or differently depending on the advice of the surgeon once the condition does persist.  Skin around the anal fissure and internal anal sphincter muscles are involved in these kinds… Read More »

How do I sit on the toilet to poop and clean my anus after defecation when I have an anal fissure

Nowadays, sitting toilets are the common types since they are deemed more modern, yet there might still be some squatting toilets around.  Most children in this generation may have been taught that sitting is the proper way when pooping in the toilet seat.  However, new studies suggest that there is a better way to using… Read More »

Where does the anal fissure come from and can it become infected?

What is anal fissure? It is a condition where the lining of the opening of the anus become damaged or torn which could cause hemorrhoids and other more conditions. These fissures usually cause discomfort to people because of severe pain and bleeding during defecation. The pain could be felt even in simple movements like when… Read More »