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Anal fissures are characterized by the presence of cracks in the lining of the anus at the anal opening. Passage of very hard stools or recurrent passage of watery stools is the most common cause of anal fissures. The underlying muscles at the anal opening are exposed due to an anal fissure. It is very painful condition as the muscles get irritated from exposure to air and stool. The symptoms are bleeding, intense burning pain and occurrence of spasm after passage of stool. Treatment of anal fissures Majority of the anal fissures heal by themselves and no treatment is required except for maintaining good diaper hygiene in infants. The various home care methods that can be used to heal anal fissures include: Increasing intake of high fiber foods and foods that increase the bulk of the stool Taking sitz baths Cleaning gently after passage of stool Taking pain medicine to reduce pain Applying muscle relaxants and anesthetic cream to the skin to prevent spasm and if there is interference with normal passage of stool due to pain Taking stool softeners

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