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When Anal Fissures or Fistulas Persist
Anal fissures are relatively common occurrences that can cause major discomfort. Often, fissures (tears in the anal canal) heal on their own and do not require anal fissure repair surgery. However,...
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What is the Best Anal Fissure Treatment?
Anal Fissures, also known as fissures, are tears in the anal canal. Fissures are responsible for about 15% of visits to a colorectal surgeon and can affect all ages. These anal canal tears can cause...
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Ways to Prevent Anal Fissures
Anal Fissures can be very unpleasant. Tears in the tissue along the anal wall can cause a great deal of pain and lead to bleeding. Sometimes prevention is the best way to combat this condition. That’s...
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Why Is Anal Fistula So Difficult to Treat
Anal Fistulas are openings near the anus and/or the rectum. They come from infections or puss that have built up in the anus. They can also be the result of another condition, such as Crohn’s disease....
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The Unique Benefits of a Fistula Plug
Whether due to a medical condition or a sudden injury, thousands of people suffer from anal fistulas every year. These small channels that develop near the end of the bowel can cause serious...
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When You Should Choose an Anal Fistulotomy
An anal fistula is a small channel that develops between the end of the bowel and the skin near the anus. While small, these conditions can cause profound pain and discomfort in anyone affected. Over...
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How Are Chronic Anal Fissures Treated?
Each year in the United States, about 200,000 people are diagnosed with anal fissures, making fissures one of the most common anorectal issues. Anal fissures affect people from all ages, backgrounds...
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Will I Need A Sphincterotomy Or A Fissurectomy?
Anal fissures are small tears that occur in the skin of the anus. These tears are incredibly common. In fact, you’ve probably had at least a small one. Many heal on their own with at-home care. When...
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Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy: The Recovery
Anal fissures can be painful, sometimes to the point that they disrupt everyday activities. Your doctor probably first recommended the typical treatment, consisting of a regimen of stool softeners and...
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Surgical Options for Treating Anal Fissures
The pain from an anal fissure can be intense enough to cause sufferers to reduce their activity level on a daily basis. In the most severe cases, it can cause discomfort for several hours after using...
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