Anal fissure

Overview

An anal fissure is a small tear in the tissue that lines the anus. It can occur when you pass hard or large stools. Anal fissures typically cause pain, sometimes severe, and bleeding with bowel movements. An anal fissure usually heals on its own. If it doesn't, medical treatment or surgery can relieve discomfort.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

• Experience. Mayo Clinic specialists treat more than 1,000 people each year for anal fissures.
• Diagnostic expertise. Mayo Clinic specialists have experience assessing the causes of fissures and recognizing any underlying conditions.
• Individualized treatment. Anal fissure can affect your quality of life. Mayo specialists work with you to find the least invasive treatments to ease your symptoms.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks No. 1 for digestive disorders in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., are ranked high performing for digestive disorders by U.S. News & World Report.

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