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Anal Fissure: Sharp Pain During Stool, Causes & Treatment

Dr. S. K. Aarya
Dr. S. K. AaryaConsultant Physician & Proctologist
August 7, 2026
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	 Anal Fissure: Sharp Pain During Stool, Causes & Treatment
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Clinical Takeaway & Key Insight

Anal fissure is a small tear that can cause sharp pain and bright-red bleeding during or after bowel movements. Learn causes, home care, treatment and warning signs. Anal fissure यानी गुदा में छोटी दरार होने पर शौच के समय तेज दर्द और चमकीला लाल खून आ सकता है। कारण, बचाव और इलाज जानें।

An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus. It commonly causes sharp or cutting pain while passing stool, followed by burning or discomfort that may continue afterwards. A small amount of bright-red blood may appear on toilet paper or the outside of the stool.

Common causes:

Hard stools and constipation are frequent triggers. Repeated straining can keep the area irritated and slow healing. Prolonged diarrhoea can also irritate the anal lining. Some fissures occur without an obvious cause.

What can patients do?

The main goal is to keep stools soft. A balanced fibre-rich diet, adequate fluids and regular movement can help prevent constipation. Avoid forcing bowel movements and do not repeatedly ignore the urge to pass stool. Warm sitz baths may help relieve discomfort. Medicines should be used only according to medical advice.

Fissure vs piles:

Both conditions can cause bright-red bleeding, but fissure pain is often sharp and closely related to bowel movements. Piles may cause bleeding, itching, swelling or a lump. Because symptoms can overlap, a proper examination is important when symptoms persist.

When is treatment needed?

Many acute fissures improve with conservative care. If pain or bleeding continues, the fissure keeps returning or it becomes chronic, a doctor may recommend prescription medicines or a procedure based on the individual case. Laser or surgical approaches may be considered in selected situations.

Warning signs:

Seek medical advice for persistent bleeding, severe pain, fever, pus, increasing swelling or symptoms that keep returning. Heavy bleeding or severe illness requires prompt medical attention.

Anal fissure यानी गुदा की अंदरूनी त्वचा में होने वाली छोटी दरार है। इसमें शौच करते समय तेज चुभने वाला दर्द, बाद में जलन और टॉयलेट पेपर पर चमकीला लाल खून दिखाई दे सकता है।

कब्ज और कठोर मल इसके आम कारण हैं। बार-बार जोर लगाने से दरार ठीक होने में समय लग सकता है। लंबे समय तक दस्त होने से भी इस क्षेत्र में जलन हो सकती है।

क्या सावधानी रखें?

फाइबर युक्त भोजन, पर्याप्त पानी और नियमित physical activity कब्ज को नियंत्रित करने में मदद कर सकते हैं। शौच के समय जोर न लगाएं। गुनगुने पानी में बैठने से कुछ लोगों को अस्थायी राहत मिल सकती है।

अगर दर्द या bleeding लगातार बनी रहे, बार-बार fissure हो या समस्या पुरानी हो जाए, तो डॉक्टर से जांच करवाएं। मरीज की स्थिति के अनुसार दवा, procedure या selected cases में surgery/laser-based treatment पर विचार किया जा सकता है।

लगातार bleeding, तेज दर्द, बुखार, पस या बढ़ती सूजन होने पर medical evaluation जरूरी है.

When Should You Consult a Doctor?

If you experience persistent rectal bleeding, acute severe pain during bowel movements, swelling, or unexplained fever, please seek immediate consultation. Early diagnosis ensures simple, non-invasive or laser-guided treatment.

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