Anal Fissures - Causes, Symptoms & Advanced Treatments
An anal fissure is one of the most common proctological diseases, which is characterized by cracking of the rectal mucosa and spasm of the sphincter. It is the appearance of an ulcer or rupture on the mucous membrane in the lower part of the digestive tract. It represents damage to the rectal mucosa. The size of the crack can reach 20 mm, which, of course, causes a lot of problems to a person. This pathology affects people of all ages, including children. Due to the structural features of the body, the disease occurs in women more often than in men. Laser treatment for fissure is undertaken to avoid severe pain and to minimize the risk of infection of the patient. Causes: The most common disease that predisposes to the development of cracks is loosening of the mucous membrane and a violation of the elastic properties of the anal canal. The immediate causes of tissue rupture with the formation of a defect can be: Constipation Diarrhoea Chi...