You : You may be suffering from an anal fissure - most commonly caused by constipation. I've attached a website below that gives more in-depth information on anal fissures. They are usually treated with gentle cleansing, stool softeners, and sitz baths. If these treatments are not helping, it is important that you see your doctor for an exam.
Answered 12/12/2018
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Fissures: Are tears in the anal canal from spasm in the internal sphincter which arises with constipation or chronic diarrhea. Besides causing pain and bleeding, they can get infected and cause abscesses and/or fistulas. They should be properly diagnosed and treated to avoid complications.
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