Anal Fissure
Is It a Hemorrhoid or Anal Fissure?
Is It a Hemorrhoid or Anal Fissure? Hemorrhoids are lumps that result from swollen veins around your anus. Fissures are skin tears in your anus and are more likely to cause pain and lead to complications. Hemorrhoids happen when veins…
What are Hemorrhoids?
Hemorrhoids, also known as piles, are swellings that occur when the blood vessels in and around the lower rectum and anal canal become enlarged or swollen. This may cause itching, bleeding and discomfort, though in some cases, no symptoms at…
What is Anal Fissure?
An anal fissure is a common condition where there is a painful tear in the lining of the anus, the backside opening where feces is excreted. It is often described as feeling like passing broken glass.[1] Typical anal fissure symptoms…