Condition
Anal Fissure
A small tear in the lining of the anus that causes pain and bleeding with bowel movements.
Also called: anal tear, rectal tear
Who Can Help with Anal Fissure?
- Colorectal Surgeons
A surgeon who treats conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, such as colon cancer, hemorrhoids and diverticulitis.
- General Surgeons
A surgeon who operates on the abdomen, skin and soft tissues, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal and appendectomy.
- Gastroenterologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats conditions of the stomach, intestines and liver, and performs colonoscopies and endoscopies.
Where Practices List Anal Fissure
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Spokane, WA (37)
- Chelmsford, MA (22)
- Miami, FL (22)
- Brooklyn, NY (19)
- Scottsdale, AZ (6)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about anal fissure and what is right for you.