{"id":1274,"date":"2019-12-05T07:51:39","date_gmt":"2019-12-05T07:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=1274"},"modified":"2020-03-30T10:11:32","modified_gmt":"2020-03-30T10:11:32","slug":"anal-fissure-crack-in-the-rectum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/anal-fissure-crack-in-the-rectum\/","title":{"rendered":"Anal Fissure &#8211; Crack in the Rectum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An <strong>anal fissure<\/strong> is a wound in the form of a crack at the rectum opening.\u00a0You notice the crack because it hurts or it gets blood when you poop.\u00a0The crack usually heals within a couple of weeks.\u00a0An analgesic ointment can relieve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both adults and children can get cracks in the rectum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms of a crack in the rectum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is common to have the following <strong>symptoms of a crack in the rectum<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It hurts a lot to poop and sometimes even a long time afterward.<\/li><li>Blood comes when you poop.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people avoid puking because it hurts.&nbsp;It can cause you or the child to get constipated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also have&nbsp;blood in the poop for other reasons.&nbsp;Blood in the pox should always be examined by a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When and where should I seek care?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a&nbsp;health care center&nbsp;if any of the following is true of you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have had pain around the rectum for a few weeks.<\/li><li>You have blood in the poop and don&#8217;t know what it might be.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can contact many receptions by\u00a0logging in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call telephone number helpline for&nbsp;medical advice.&nbsp;Then you get help in assessing your symptoms and advice on what you can do yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <em>crack in the rectum <\/em>opening is usually caused by constipation.\u00a0Read more about\u00a0constipation in adults here\u00a0and about\u00a0constipation in children here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crack may also be due to any of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rupture associated with vaginal delivery.<\/li><li>Disease, for example, inflammatory bowel disease\u00a0Crohn&#8217;s disease.<\/li><li>Anal sex or that something has been inserted with violence in the rectum, for example in connection with\u00a0sexual abuse.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The crack causes you much pain when you poop, and the pain causes the rectum&#8217;s end muscle to cramp.&nbsp;The cramp causes poor circulation in the mucous membrane, and the wound becomes difficult to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There may be inflammation around the wound.&nbsp;Then a small skin flap can be formed on the outside of the rectum opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What can I do for myself?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The crack usually heals within six weeks.&nbsp;You can do some yourself to make it less painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A hot bath can soothe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be nice to take a hot bath.&nbsp;The warm water helps the end muscle in the rectum to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid washing too often with soap around the rectum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid constipation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is good if the poo is kept soft.&nbsp;Then it becomes easier to poop and it can go faster for the crack to heal.&nbsp;Here are some tips that can help if you have constipation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Eat high fiber and soluble foods.<\/li><li>Drink a lot of water.<\/li><li>Be physically active.<\/li><li>Use drugs that soften the poo.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ointments can relieve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are different types of analgesic ointments that you can use.&nbsp;You then lubricate before and after pooping.&nbsp;There are also suppositories that you insert into the rectum.&nbsp;They also relieve the pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use ointments for hemorrhoids.\u00a0Some ointments contain substances that dampen inflammation, they can help if the crack is inflamed.\u00a0Read more about the ointments in the text on\u00a0hemorrhoids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy ointments and suppositories free of charge at a pharmacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investigations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you come to the doctor you will be told about your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">symptoms of a crack in the rectum<\/span>.\u00a0Then the doctor examines the rectum opening.\u00a0The doctor first lubricates the anesthetic ointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can get a&nbsp;referral&nbsp;to a surgery specialist if the fracture has not healed or you have very severe problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment of crack in the rectum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may need more treatment if you have a lot of trouble or if the crack does not heal.&nbsp;For example, you can get prescriptions for ointments and other medicines that relax the muscles of the rectum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An injection of botox can also help, especially if the crack is difficult to heal.&nbsp;Botox causes the end muscle of the rectum to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is unusual, but sometimes a crack is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Influence and participate in your care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order for you to be involved in your care and treatment, it is important that you&nbsp;understand the information you receive&nbsp;from the healthcare personnel.&nbsp;Ask questions if you don&#8217;t understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have the opportunity to get help from an&nbsp;interpreter.&nbsp;You also have the opportunity to get help from an&nbsp;interpreter if you have a hearing 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You notice the crack because it hurts or it gets blood when you poop. The crack usually heals within a couple of weeks. 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