Anal Fissure?

Question

Has anyone ever had an anal fissure? I think I do, but am unsure. I was prescribed antibiotics about a week and half ago, and over the course of treatment, I had diarrea. It was super liquidly and would occur at least 3 times a day. I think my butt got super irritated from this and may have caused an anal fissure? Is that possible? I don’t do anal, but every time I go number 2, it’s extremely painful, almost like a burning sensation. No blood whatsoever though. Thoughts anyone?

Answer

Anal fissures can only be diagnosed on physical examination. So, you need to see your GP.
CAUSES OF ANAL FISSURE
Fissures are usually caused by trauma to the inner lining of the anus from a bowel movement or other stretching of the anal canal. This can be due to a hard, dry bowel movement or loose, frequent bowel movements. Patients with a tight anal sphincter muscle are more likely to develop anal fissures. Less common causes of fissures include inflammatory bowel disease, anal infections, trauma or tumors. 
SYMPTOMS
Anal fissures typically cause a sharp pain that starts with the passage of stool. This pain may last several minutes to a few hours. As a result, many patients may try not to have bowel movements to prevent the pain.
Other symptoms include:
Bright red blood on the stool or toilet paper after a bowel movement
A small lump or skin tag on the skin near the anal fissure (more common when chronic or having been present for greater than 6 weeks)
NONSURGICAL TREATMENT
Your physician will discuss the benefits and side effects of treatments.
Treatment includes:
A high-fiber diet and over-the-counter fiber supplements (25-35 grams of fiber/day) to make stools soft, formed, and bulky.
Over-the-counter stool softeners to make stools easier to pass.
Drinking more water to help prevent hard stools and aid in healing.
Warm tub baths (sitz baths) for 10 to 20 minutes, a few times per day (especially after bowel movements to soothe the area and help relax anal sphincter muscles). This is thought to help the healing process.
Medications, such as lidocaine, that can be applied to the skin around the anus for pain relief.
Medications such as diltiazam, nifedipine, or nitroglycerin ointment to relax the anal sphincter muscles which helps the healing process.
Narcotic pain medications are avoided because they can cause constipation which could make the situation worse. 
SURGICAL TREATMENT
Although most anal fissures do not require surgery, chronic fissures are harder to treat and surgery may be the best option. The goal of surgery is to help the anal sphincter muscles relax which reduces pain and spasms, allowing the fissure to heal. Surgical options include Botulinum toxin (Botox®) injection into the anal sphincter or surgical division of an inner part of the anal sphincter (lateral internal sphincterotomy). Your colon and rectal surgeon will find the best treatment for you and discuss the risks of surgery. Both types of surgery are typically done as same-day outpatient procedures.

Answer

My gyno gave me a cream when I complained about this. Also make sure you’re drinking plenty of water and eating enough fiber.

Answer

You might have a bit of rash

Anal Fissure?

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