Anal fissures no fun: Anal fissures are like paper-cuts in the anus. They can bleed, hurt, ; recur, particularly with defecation ; any other activity that increases pelvic pressure. Disorders of anal-rectal function, straining at hard stool, prolonged sitting, heavy lifting, long distance walks/runs are causative ; should be addressed. If stool softeners, fiber, topical rx, ; behavior changes don't cure, go get help--.
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