Fissure

Fissure

An anal fissure is a small tear in the thin, moist tissue that lines the anus. The anus is the muscular opening at the end of the digestive tract where stool exits the body. Common causes of an anal fissure include constipation and straining or passing hard or large stools during a bowel movement.

Anorectal fistulas occur between the anal canal and the skin around the anal opening.

Rectovaginal or Anovaginal fistulas occur when a hole develops between the rectum or anus and the vagina.

Colovaginal fistulas occur between the colon and the vagina.

Fissure

Fissure

Anal fissures are very common in young infants but can affect people of any age. Most anal fissures get better with simple treatments, such as increased fiber intake or soaking in a warm-water bath. Some people with anal fissures may need medicine or, occasionally, surgery.

Anorectal fistulas occur between the anal canal and the skin around the anal opening.

Rectovaginal or Anovaginal fistulas occur when a hole develops between the rectum or anus and the vagina.

Colovaginal fistulas occur between the colon and the vagina.