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Anal Fissure Treatment
How Anal Fissures are Diagnosed
Advantages of End-to-End Surgical Care
At Surgical Care Experts, we manage your entire anal fissure surgery experience:
- Pre-operative consultations: We discuss your condition, treatment options, and answer any questions you may have to alleviate anxiety.
- Surgical expertise: Our qualified surgeons utilize minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to minimize discomfort and promote faster healing.
Post-operative care: We provide comprehensive follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and ensure optimal healing and pain management.
Symptoms of Anal Fissures
Common symptoms of anal fissures include:
- Severe pain during bowel movements (often described as a burning or tearing sensation)
- Bright red bleeding after bowel movements (small amount)
- A visible skin tag near the anus
- Difficulty controlling bowel movements (incontinence)
Causes of Anal Fissures
Several factors can contribute to anal fissures, including:
- Straining during bowel movements (due to constipation)
- Chronic diarrhea
- Childbirth
- Low muscle tone in the anal sphincter
When to See a Doctor
Risk Factors
- Chronic constipation
- Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis)
- Obesity
- Pregnancy and childbirth
Complications
While uncommon, potential complications from anal fissure surgery include:
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Recurrence of the fissure
- Incontinence (incontinence of stool or gas)
Prevention
Preventing anal fissures often involves maintaining healthy bowel habits. This includes:
- Eating a high-fiber diet to promote regular bowel movements
- Drinking plenty of fluids to stay hydrated
- Avoiding straining during bowel movements
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FAQ's
No, surgery is typically only recommended for chronic fissures (lasting longer than 8 weeks) that haven’t responded to conservative treatments like dietary changes, stool softeners, and sitz baths.
Anal fissure surgery is usually performed as an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia. Minimally invasive techniques like a lateral internal sphincterotomy (LIS) are often preferred. This involves a small incision to relax the anal sphincter muscle, reducing tension and promoting healing.
You might experience some discomfort after surgery, but pain medication is typically prescribed to manage it effectively. Sitz baths and maintaining soft stools can also help with post-operative pain.
Recovery time varies but typically takes 1-2 weeks. Most people can return to normal activities within a few days, but strenuous exercise may be restricted for a longer period.
Anal fissure surgery has high success rates, with a significant reduction in symptoms and recurrence rates being low.
Following a high-fiber diet and staying hydrated are crucial to prevent constipation and straining during bowel movements, which can put stress on the healing area.
