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A 34-year-old female asked:
Was constipated this week with small, hard stools. have since had some normal bowel movements, but i still feel some pressure in my rectum area. why?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Jeffrey Clemensanswered
General Surgery 39 years experience
Fissure: You may have a tear in the lining of the rectum from passing hard stool (called a fissure), Increase fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), and possibly take a fiber agent such as metamucil (any drug store will have). Sitting in a warm bath may help as well. If persists, see primary care.
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