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Abrasions, acute anal fissure, anal cancer, anal crack, anal fistula, anal pain, anal tear, anal ulcer, bariatric procedures,
chronic
anal fissure, constipation, Crohn's disease, dehydration, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, incontinence, infected surgical
wounds, inflammatory bowel disease, inflammatory phase, laceration, perianal abscess, perianal fistula, pregnancy,
primary anal fissure, rectal ulcer, secondary anal fissure, skin wounds, thrombosed external hemorrhoids, wound care,
wound
healing.

Background
The anus is the external opening of the rectum (the final portion of
the colon). A rip or tear in the skin of the anal canal is
called an anal fissure. Anal fissures may result in anal bleeding, which is noticeable on toilet paper or in stool in the toilet.
Pain is associated
with both acute and chronic anal fissures. In general, the fissures extend from the anal opening and are
located posteriorly in the midline.
The depth of the fissure varies; it may be superficial or as deep as the underlying
sphincter muscle (the muscle that holds the anus closed).
An anterior fissure is very rare (10% of female and 1% of male
cases).
Anal fissures are generally caused by stretching of the anal mucosa (moist tissue). This may occur because of
constipation, passing hard and/or large stools, prolonged diarrhea, decreased blood flow to the area (as seen occasionally
in older adults), childbirth, dietary choices, or inflammatory bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease. Anal fissures occur
commonly in infants. Less common causes include anal sex and diseases such as cancer, HIV, tuberculosis, and syphilis.
The drug nicorandil (a potassium-channel activator) may increase the
risk of anal fissure, although the available research
is limited.
Anal fissures may affect all age groups, with an equal incidence in both sexes. In the United States, over 200,000 new
cases of anal fissure
are reported, and 40% persist for months to years. In pregnancy, up to one-third of women develop
anal fissures and external hemorrhoids. Constipation and dyschezia (retaining stool in the rectum) during pregnancy are
the main risk factors for their development.
Of current interest is the development of surgical treatments with fewer complications than lateral internal sphincterotomy
(LIS), the current treatment of choice for chronic fissures. LIS generally has a high success rate. However, complications
may include postsurgical pain,
slow healing of the incision, and development of acute (during the surgical recovery period)
and usually mild anal incontinence (lack of control of the bladder), including the inability to control gas, fecal soiling, and
fecal loss.

Types of Anal fissure

General: Both acute and chronic anal fissures are possible. Fissures may be considered primary (with no known trigger)
or secondary (there is a likely trigger).
Acute vs. chronic anal fissures: Acute anal fissures are commonly associated with severe pain after defecation. Acute
anal fissures are generally superficial or shallow and may be hard
to detect visually. Acute fissures generally heal within
days to weeks.
Chronic anal fissures, lasting longer than about six weeks, are generally associated with less pain than the
acute form of the disorder.
These anal fissures become deeper (forming an ulcer), and healing is more difficult or does not
occur. Internal anal sphincter muscle spasm impairs blood supply to the fissure, reducing the ability to heal. In the case of
a chronic, nonhealing ulcer, infection by fecal bacteria is possible.
Primary vs. secondary anal fissures: Primary anal fissures are most commonly located on the posterior anal midline and
have no obvious trigger. A small percentage of primary anal fissures are
located on the anterior midline. Secondary anal
fissures are a result of inflammatory bowel disease, previous anal surgery, and disease (e.g.,
venereal diseases, skin
disorders, infections, or tumors). Infections associated with secondary anal fissures may include tuberculosis, herpes,
cytomegalovirus, Chlamydia, Haemophilus ducreyi, and HIV. The location of secondary anal fissures may not be typical
(lateral, etc.).

Risk Factors

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Risk factors in the development of anal fissures include chronic constipation, passage of hard and/or large stools, straining
during defecation, and prolonged diarrhea.
Diets low in fiber and water may increase the risk of straining during defecation and constipation and thus may increase
the risk of anal fissure development.
Diets high in agents that may increase the risk of constipation, including caffeine, may increase the risk of straining during
defecation
and of constipation and thus may increase the risk of anal fissure development.
Spicy foods may aggravate symptoms of anal fissures.
Aging is a risk factor for anal fissures. Aging is often accompanied
by decreased blood flow to the anus, increasing the risk
of nonhealing wounds.
The potassium-channel activator nicorandil may increase the risk of anal fissure. Use of this agent is associated with
increased anal ulcerations. However, the available research is limited.
Pregnancy and childbirth may increase the risk of anal fissures. In pregnancy, up to one-third of women develop anal
fissures and external hemorrhoids. Constipation and dyschezia (retaining stool in the rectum) during pregnancy may be
the main risk factors during pregnancy.
In infants, risk factors include infrequent diaper changes and constipation, often due to inadequate fluid intake. Infants with
a previous episode of abscess or pus at the time of surgery were more likely to have recurring anal fissures. Early
introduction of cow's milk
may increase constipation and therefore the risk of anal fissures.
Other risk factors in adults include harsh anal hygiene (rough toilet paper), chronic wetness around the anus, rectal
irritation, bariatric procedures for obesity, constant saddle vibration (in professional mountain bikers), the use of bidet
toilets, sexual abuse, and inflammatory bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease.

Causes
Anal fissures are generally caused by stretching of the anal mucosa.
In adults, this may occur because of constipation,
passing hard and/or large stools, straining during defecation, prolonged diarrhea, pregnancy, childbirth, or inflammatory
bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease.
Less common causes of anal fissures in adults include anal sex and diseases such as cancer, HIV, tuberculosis, and
syphilis.
In older adults, decreased blood flow to the anus increases the risk of nonhealing wounds.
In infants, constipation and infrequent diaper changes are common causes of anal fissures.

Signs & Symptoms

The main symptoms of an anal fissure are pain (chronic or with defecation) and rectal bleeding.
Anal fissures may result in anal bleeding, which is noticeable on toilet paper or in stool in the toilet. The blood is often
bright red. The quantity may vary.
Pain is associated with both acute and chronic anal fissures, although the intensity is often greater in the acute form. In the
acute form, severe pain is often associated with defecation.
Visual inspection may not be enough to detect anal fissures. Superficial or shallow anal fissures are often too small to be
seen visually.
Other symptoms may include constipation or a rip in the skin that can be seen when the area is slightly stretched.

Diagnosis
Diagnosis is usually initiated because of bleeding or pain associated with defecation. The healthcare provider can usually
diagnose
an anal fissure based on medical history and a rectal or visual exam.
A rectal exam may involve the insertion of a gloved finger into the anal canal. However, this is often too painful, and a
visual exam only may be conducted. The visual exam may employ a short, lighted tube called an anoscope.
If the tear is visible, a diagnosis can be made. If the tear is not visible, a sample of the rectal tissue can be taken.
Generally, other tests are not needed. However, if signs and symptoms also suggest an underlying inflammatory bowel
disorder or colorectal cancer, or if the healthcare practitioner wants to rule out other disorders, other tests may be
conducted. These include flexible sigmoidoscopy (the insertion of a thin, flexible tube with a tiny video camera into the
sigmoid (bottom part of the colon)), colonoscopy (the insertion of a thin, flexible tube with a tiny video camera into the

entire colon), and anal manometry (the insertion of a thin, flexible tube into the anus and rectum for the expansion of a
balloon to determine the tightness of the anal sphincter and function of the rectum).

Complications
Complications of anal fissures may result from recurrence, inability
to heal, or from treatments used. The risk of a
subsequent anal fissure
is increased in persons who have had a previous anal fissure.
The main complication associated with acute fissures is an inability
to heal. An anal fissure that does not heal within a few
weeks becomes chronic. These anal fissures become deeper and form ulcers. If the anal fissure extends into the internal
anal sphincter muscle (the muscle that
holds the anus closed) and spasms, it may impair blood supply to the fissure,
reducing the ability to heal. In the case of a chronic, nonhealing ulcer, infection by fecal bacteria (bacteria in the stool) is
possible.
An increased risk of anal cancer is associated with previous development of anal fissures.
Complications may also occur from treatments used for anal fissure. Surgery is often used to treat a chronic anal fissure.
Surgery for chronic fissure may result in the development of acute (during the surgical recovery period) or chronic, usually
mild anal incontinence (lack of control of the bladder), including inability to control gas, fecal soiling, and fecal loss. Other
complications of surgery include postoperative pain or slow healing of the incision, hematoma or ecchymosis (bruising),
abscesses, hemorrhage, and urinary incontinence (lack of control of the bladder), as well as recurrent fissures.

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Complications of botulinum toxin (another potential treatment) include gas or fecal incontinence, as well as blood clotting
or bruising
around the anus. Flu-like symptoms and swelling of the epididymis (the tube that connects the testicle with the
vas deferens) have been reported rarely. Adverse effects are considered short-term and reversible.
Complications of topical nitroglycerin (occasionally used to relax the anal sphincter muscle) include headaches, low blood
pressure, and dizziness. Anal itch and allergic dermatitis have been reported rarely.
Complications of increasing fiber in the diet include gas or bloating.
In infants, those with a previous episode of abscess or pus at the time of surgery were more likely to have recurring anal
fissures.

Treatment
General:
Most fissures heal within a few weeks and do not require specific treatment. If treatment is necessary, first-line treatments
are generally home-based. If the fissure does not heal and becomes chronic, further treatment, such as nonsurgical and
surgical procedures, becomes necessary.
Infants:
In infants, it is advised to change diapers frequently and ensure the infant is receiving enough fluids (breast milk or
adequate water added to formula).
Home care methods:
Home care methods can be used to treat most acute anal fissures. These include gentle cleansing, increased intake of
fluids, regular exercise of 30 minutes daily on most days of the week, applying petroleum jelly to the area, using a stool
softener, avoiding straining during a bowel movement, increasing fiber in the diet or use of fiber supplements, or using a
sitz bath. Sitz baths involve soaking in warm water for 10-20 minutes several times daily. Fiber in the diet can be

increased by increasing consumption of fruit, vegetables, beans, grains,
and nuts. Fiber supplements include psyllium.
Nonsurgical treatments (medications):
In some cases, medications may be necessary. In general, these medications are used to relax the muscles or decrease
pain around the anus. Medications include muscle relaxants or analgesic or anesthetic numbing creams, which are
applied to the skin around the fissure.
Examples of creams include topical nitroglycerin, calcium channel blockers (nifedipine or diltiazem), and zinc oxide.
Nitroglycerin cream increases blood flow to the fissure, promoting healing. Complications of
topical nitroglycerin include
headaches, low blood pressure, and dizziness. It is generally recommended that nitroglycerin ointment be applied while in
a seated or lying down position to prevent dizziness. Exercising immediately afterwards is generally not advised.

Nitroglycerin ointment is not advised within 24 hours in men using erectile dysfunction medications (sildenafil, tadalafil,
vardenafil) due
to the potential for effects on blood pressure.
Injection of onabotulinumtoxinA (botulinum toxin; Botox) into the anal sphincter (the muscle in the anus) is occasionally
used to relax the anal sphincter by initially paralyzing it. Complications include pain at the injection site or anal
incontinence (gas and fecal).
Surgery:
If the fissure does not heal within a few months, surgery may be necessary. Examples of surgical treatment for anal fissure
include anal stretch (Lord's operation) or lateral sphincterotomy (LIS). The goal of these surgeries is to reduce sphincter
spasm, allowing a return to normal blood supply.
Lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS): LIS generally has a high success rate. It is usually a same-day surgery, with the
patient under general anesthesia. It involves partially dividing the internal anal sphincter. This allows the blood supply to

the area to improve and slightly weakens the sphincter. Recovery is often within one week. Complications may include
postsurgical pain, slow
healing of the incision, and the development of acute (during the surgical recovery period) and
usually mild anal incontinence, including keyhole deformities (where the anal canal resembles an old-fashioned key) and
inability to control gas, fecal soiling, and fecal loss. The use of three stitches may reduce complications associated with
LIS.
Dermal flap coverage: Dermal flap coverage (use of skin flaps for coverage of the fissure) is of interest in the surgical

treatment of anal fissures due to reduced complications following this surgery.
Anal dilation: Anal dilation involves stretching of
the anal canal (Lord's operation). It is less commonly performed than

LIS. Both fecal and gas incontinence are common adverse events of this procedure.
Other: Less common surgical treatments include anal
advancement flap (diseased tissue cut away and good tissue sewn
over the area), tailored anal sphincterotomy (sphincterotomy as described as above, but more sphincter is preserved),
and fissurectomy (removal of the fissure).

Integrative Therapies
Unclear or conflicting scientific evidence:
Arginine: Arginine is a semiessential amino acid. In the body, it is converted to nitric oxide and aids in vasodilation

(dilation of the blood vessels). Arginine also triggers the body to make
protein and has been studied for healing wounds.
Early research suggests that arginine helps heal chronic anal fissures, but additional studies are needed.
Use caution in patients with bleeding disorders or those taking drugs that may increase the risk of bleeding. Use caution in
patients with diabetes or hypoglycemia or those taking agents that affect blood sugar. Use caution in patients with
impaired kidney function, those at risk for high blood potassium (including those with diabetes), or those using drugs that
elevate potassium levels (including potassium-sparing diuretics and potassium supplements). Use caution with
phosphodiesterase
inhibitors (such as sildenafil [Viagra®]) in postmenopausal patients, in patients with herpes virus, and
in individuals at risk for headaches.
Use caution in patients with immunological disorders, acrocyanosis, sickle cell
anemia, hyperchloremic acidosis, or guanidinoacetate methyltransferase (GAMT) deficiency. Avoid in those with low
blood pressure or those using blood-pressure lowering agents, in patients with
asthma or breast cancer, in those at risk
for or with a history of heart attack, or in those using nitrates or spironolactone. Avoid in pregnant or breastfeeding
women. Avoid with known allergy or sensitivity
to arginine.

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Ayurveda: Ayurveda originated in ancient India more

than 5,000 years ago and is potentially the world's oldest system of

natural medicine. It is an integrated system of specific theories and techniques that uses diet, herbs, exercise, meditation,
yoga, and massage or bodywork. The goal of Ayurveda is to achieve optimal health on all levels: physical, psychological,
and spiritual. There is some evidence that a traditional Ayurvedic treatment using specially prepared
alkaline threads
(ksharasutra or Ayurvedic setons) to achieve gradual cauterization may provide an effective alternative to surgery in
patients being treated for anal fistulas.
Ayurvedic herbs should be used cautiously, because they are potent. Some constituents can be potentially toxic if taken in
large amounts or for a long time. Some herbs imported from India have been reported to contain high levels of toxic
metals. Ayurvedic herbs can interact with other herbs, foods, and drugs. A qualified healthcare professional should be
consulted before taking Ayurvedic herbs. Use guggul cautiously with peptic ulcer disease. Avoid sour food, alcohol, and
heavy exercise. Mahayograj guggul should not be taken for long periods of time. Pippali (Piper longum) should be taken
with milk and avoided with asthma. Avoid sweet flag, and avoid amalaki (Emblica officinalis) at bedtime. Avoid Terminalia
hebula (harda)
if pregnant. Avoid Ayurveda with traumatic injuries, acute pain, advanced disease stages, and medical
conditions that require surgery.
Clove: Clove is widely cultivated in Indonesia, Sri
Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and Brazil. It is used in limited amounts

in food products and is used as a fragrance, flavoring agent, and antiseptic. There is some evidence that a clove oil cream
may aid in relief from anal fissures.
Use cautiously with seizure disorders and kidney or liver dysfunction. Use cautiously in patients with low blood pressure or
in those taking drugs that lower blood pressure. Use cautiously in patients
taking estrogen. Use cautiously in patients with
autoimmune disorders or in those taking drugs that suppress the immune system. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Avoid if allergic to balsam of Peru, clove, eugenol, or some licorice and tobacco (clove cigarette) products. Avoid with
bleeding disorders and in pediatric patients. Avoid use of undiluted clove oil on the skin.
Psyllium: Psyllium, also referred to as ispaghula or isphagula, is derived from the husks of the seeds of Plantago ovata.
Psyllium contains a high level of soluble dietary fiber and is the chief ingredient in many commonly used bulk laxatives,
including products such as Metamucil® and Serutan®. There is some evidence that psyllium reduces the number of
surgeries necessary to heal anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to psyllium, ispaghula, or English plantains (Plantago lanceolata).
Avoid in patients with
esophageal disorders, gastrointestinal atony, fecal impaction, gastrointestinal tract narrowing, swallowing difficulties, or
previous bowel surgery. Avoid ingestion of psyllium-containing products in individuals with repeated or prolonged psyllium
exposure. Prescription drugs should be taken one hour before or
two hours after psyllium. Adequate fluid intake is
required when taking
psyllium-containing products. Use cautiously with blood thinners, antidiabetic agents,
carbamazepine, lithium, potassium-sparing diuretics, salicylates, tetracyclines, nitrofurantoin, calcium, iron, vitamin B12,
other laxatives, tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline, doxepin, and imipramine), antigout agents, anti-inflammatory
agents, hydrophilic agents, and chitosan. Use cautiously with diabetes and kidney dysfunction. Use cautiously if pregnant
or breastfeeding.
Historical or theoretical uses that lack sufficient evidence:
Bovine cartilage: Bovine cartilage, as a dietary supplement, typically is a preparation of bovine tracheal cartilage. There is
a lack of research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to bovine cartilage or any of its constituents. Use cautiously with cancer, kidney failure,
or liver failure. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Cascara sagrada: Cascara is obtained from the dried bark of Rhamnus purshiana,
both a medicinal and poisonous plant.
It is found in Europe, western Asia, and North America (from northern Idaho to the Pacific coast in mountainous areas).
There is a lack of research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Cascara was formerly approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as safe and effective, but this
designation was removed in 2002 because of lack of supporting evidence. Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to cascara.
Use cautiously in children, due to the risk of electrolyte loss, specifically low levels of potassium. Use cascara cautiously
in elderly patients. Avoid using cascara with nausea or vomiting, inflammatory bowel disease, appendicitis, intestinal
obstruction, acute intestinal inflammation, Crohn's disease, ulcerative
colitis, appendicitis, ulcers, or abdominal pain of
unknown origin. Avoid with other laxatives. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. Be aware
that prolonged use of cascara
may lead to dependence and tolerance.
Ozone therapy: Ozone molecules are composed of three oxygen atoms (represented as O3).
Ozone exists high in the
earth's atmosphere and absorbs solar radiation. Ozone therapists have used different forms of ozone to treat a
wide
variety of conditions. There is a lack of research on the effectiveness of this treatment for anal fissures.
Autohemotherapy has been associated with transmission of viral hepatitis and with a possible case of dangerously
lowered blood cell counts. Insufflation of the ear carries a risk of tympanic membrane ("ear drum") damage, and colon
insufflation may increase the risk of bowel rupture. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before undergoing any
ozone-related treatment.
Peony: Peony has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) prescriptions for centuries. There is a lack of
research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or sensitive to peony. Avoid with bleeding disorders or if taking drugs, herbs, or supplements that increase

bleeding risk. Use cautiously with estrogen-sensitive cancers or if taking drugs, herbs, or supplements with hormonal
activity. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Rhubarb: Chinese herbalists have relied on rhubarb rhizomes and roots for thousands of years. The rhizomes and roots

contain powerful anthraquinone and tannin compounds that act as stimulant laxatives and astringents, respectively. There
is a lack of research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to rhubarb, its constituents, or
related plants from the Polygonaceae family. Avoid using
rhubarb for more than two weeks, because it may induce tolerance in the colon, melanosis coli, laxative dependence,
pathological alterations to the colonic smooth muscles, and substantial loss of electrolytes. Avoid with
atony, colitis,
Crohn's disease, dehydration with electrolyte depletion, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, insufficient liver function, intestinal
obstruction or ileus, irritable bowel syndrome, menstruation,
renal disorders, ulcerative colitis or urinary problems. Avoid
handling
rhubarb leaves, as they may cause contact dermatitis. Avoid rhubarb in children under age 12, due to water
depletion. Use cautiously with bleeding disorders, cardiac conditions, coagulation therapy, constipation, history of kidney
stones, or thin or brittle bones. Use cautiously if taking antipsychotic drugs or oral drugs, herbs, or supplements (including

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calcium, iron, and zinc).

Senna: Senna (Cassia senna) is an ingredient found in several commercial laxative products. It is a U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA)-approved nonprescription drug. Both the leaves and the fruit (pods) of senna are stimulant laxatives.
There is a lack of research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid with known allergy or hypersensitivity to senna, its constituents, or members of the Fabaceae family. Use cautiously
in patients who have had an obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract, according to expert opinion. Use cautiously in
patients with hemorrhoids, stomach ulcers, or inflammatory bowel conditions. Use cautiously in patients with a history of
gallstones. Use cautiously in patients taking diuretics or other laxatives, as additional potassium depletion may occur. Use
cautiously in patients using anticoagulants (blood thinners), due to the potential for excessive bleeding to occur. Use
cautiously in patients taking digoxin, as increased side effects may
occur. Use cautiously in children less than 12 years of
age. Avoid long-term use of senna, due to the potential for side effects, some of which may be serious. Experts suggest
that senna should not be used for longer than 7-10 days. Chronic use of laxatives may lead to "lazy-bowel syndrome," in
which the stomach and intestines gradually lose the ability to contract without being stimulated by the laxative.
Slippery elm: Slippery elm inner bark has been used
historically in wound healing. There is a lack of research on the

effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to slippery elm. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Tamanu: Tamanu is a large tropical tree native to Polynesia and Southeast Asia. The oil from tamanu nuts
has a long
history of traditional medical use as a topical anti-inflammatory agent and for many skin conditions. There is a lack of
research on the effectiveness of this agent for anal fissures.
Avoid if allergic or hypersensitive to tamanu or any other plants in the same genus (Calophyllum)
or family (Clusiaceae).
Use cautiously with bleeding disorders or if using anticoagulants. Use cautiously if using sedatives or operating heavy
machinery. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding, due to a lack of scientific data.

Prevention
Anal fissures can be prevented in infants by ensuring adequate intake of fluids and water added to formulas, as well as
frequent diaper
changes.
In adults, anal fissure can be prevented by the following: avoiding straining during defecation, avoiding constipation and/or
passage of hard or large stools, avoiding prolonged diarrhea, avoiding chronic wetness around the anus, and avoiding
rough toilet paper or other harsh types of anal hygiene or rectal irritation. Constipation can be avoided by increasing fiber
and fluid intake in the diet and decreasing caffeine
intake.
If a fissure is suspected, a lubricating ointment can prevent worsening.

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