What are the signs and symptoms of an anal fissure?
What are the signs and symptoms of an anal fissure?
Signs and symptoms of an anal fissure include:
- Pain during, and even hours after, a bowel movement
- Constipation
- Blood on the outside surface of the stool
- Blood on toilet tissue or wipes
- A visible crack or tear in the anus or anal canal
- Burning and itching that may be painful
- Discomfort when urinating, frequent urination, or inability to urinate
- Foul-smelling discharge