Anal Fissure : Complications

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Complications could include:
Occasionally, a fissure becomes chronic and will not heal. Chronic fissures may require minor surgery to relax the sphincter.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 14, 2006
An anal fissure is a small split or tear in the anal mucosa that may cause painful bowel movements and bleeding. There may be blood on the outside of the stool or on the toilet tissue following a bowel movement.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 14, 2006
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