Anal Fissure
An anal fissure is a small crack or tear in the lining of the anus that usually causes pain during bowel movements. Although it is uncomfortable, it is a common and well-understood condition.
Common symptoms:
- Sharp pain during and after a bowel movement
- Mild bright-red bleeding
- Discomfort or burning in the anal area
Common causes: Constipation, hard stools, excessive straining, or irritation of the area.
Which specialist treats it? An anal fissure is evaluated by the colorectal surgeon or proctologist, with support from the general practitioner for initial guidance. If the discomfort persists or there is bleeding, it's advisable to seek an evaluation to clarify its origin.
Data on 409 doctors who treat anal fissure
Specialties that treat anal fissure
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Doctors specialized in anal fissure
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Alvaro Takane Kimura
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Bernardo Rivas De Leon
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Luz Maria Viveros Añorbe
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Frequently asked questions
What is anal fissure?
An anal fissure is a small crack or tear in the lining of the anus that usually causes pain during bowel movements. Although it is uncomfortable, it is a common and well-understood condition.
Which doctor treats anal fissure?
Anal Fissure is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, plastic surgeon, endoscopist, gastroenterologist, pediatric gastroenterologist, general practitioner, otolaryngologist, proctologist, radiologist, rheumatologist, oncologist, abdominal laparoscopic surgeon, general surgeon, proctologist, laparoscopic surgeon, coloproctologist.