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Written by Robert A Wilson

Thursday, 15 February 2007

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A crack or split in the superficial skin at the anal opening is called an anal fissure. Occurring most often in children, an anal fissure is the most common cause of childhood rectal bleeding. Most often they are caused by constipation, but may occur because of inflammatory bowel disease, infection, or some abnormality. Anal fissures may also be caused by excessive wiping, anal irritation from dirty diapers, or scratching.

Symptoms may include:

Sharp anal pain with or after a bowel movement
Bright red blood (a few streaks or flecks) on the stool surface or on the toilet tissue after wiping
Visible superficial skin tear at the anal opening, painful to touch
Dull ache in the rectal/anal area following bowel movement

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