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Can an anal fissure be detected by a colon rectal surgeon by a digital rectal exam or anoscopy?
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Yes: It can be if its located in the rectal vault. Anoscopy can visualize somewhat higher up and can detect fissues as well.
Answered 11/2/2019
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Not so deep: This can often be detected by simply spreading the anal opening by lateral traction on adjacent skin. Any primary care doc can find the common ones. Anoscopy can see further up but is usually unnecessary unless you are looking for a source of bleeding.
Answered 11/2/2019
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