?anal fissure: Sounds like you may have an anal fissure. Sitz baths can help a lot with symptoms. Eat plenty of fiber and drink lots of water. You're probably "holding" stool due to the discomfort, which gives that feeling of incomplete evacuation. See your doctor if it persists.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Anal fissure: Your symptoms sound like an anal fissure. Hard stools can tear the sensitive lining and cause exactly what you describe. Stool softeners, topical otc numbing creams, warm water sitz baths and gentle cleansing can heal it, but if it persists, see your doc as other treatments may be needed to solve your problem.
Answered 8/20/2013
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