anal fissure Flashcards
1
Q
Other less common causes of anal fissures? (2)
A
Trauma (eg childbirth)
IBD
2
Q
Most common causes of anal fissure?
A
Hard faeces
3
Q
Treatment for anal fissures? (3)
A
Stool softening (increase fibre intake + more fluids)
Topical creams (lidocaine ointment/nitroglycerine)
Definitive treatment=surgery (not usually done)
4
Q
Symptoms of anal fissures? (3)
A
-Extreme defecation pain
-very itchy bum (pruritus ani)
-anal bleeding
5
Q
What is an anal fissure?
A
Tear in anal skin lining below dentate line
=> very painful due to strong sensory supply
