An anal fissure is a small tear in the thin, moist tissue (mucosa) that lines the anus. An anal fissure may occur when you pass hard or large stools during a bowel movement. Anal fissures typically ...

After using the bathroom, you should gently pat your behind — if you use toilet paper at all. Steer clear of baby wipes too.

A bowel movement can be an effective way to gauge whether you're in good health. The foods you eat, the amount of exercise you get, and how much water you drink affect your digestive system and poop.

An anal fissure involves stretching and tearing of the rim of the anus. It may result from several possible causes, or present in various circumstances. These include: a lot of pressure on the area, ...

Life's all fun and games until you get an anal fissure. I came to this conclusion after reading The New York Times today (and the Internet giggles it inspired). The paper of record spent 969 words ...

Each month, The Clinical Advisor makes one new clinical feature available ahead of print. Don’t forget to take the poll. The results will be published in the next month’s issue. Anal fissures result ...

Constipation and blood in the stool can occur at the same time, due to many different reasons. For most people, blood in stool may occur due to issues with bowel movements, tears to the anus, or ...

Blood in a toddler’s stool often results from constipation, but it can indicate a more serious issue, such as gastrointestinal bleeding. A doctor can advise on whether blood in a toddler’s stool needs ...