Anal Fissure

Anal Fissure Treatment in Namakkal

Expert Care by Dr. O.K. Prakashen at CM Best Gastro and Eye Care

An anal fissure is a small tear or crack in the lining of the anal canal, which often leads to intense pain, bleeding, and discomfort during bowel movements. At CM Best Gastro and Eye Care in Namakkal, Dr. O.K. Prakashen provides advanced diagnostic evaluation and personalized treatment, including laser surgery, for both acute and chronic anal fissures.

Types of Anal Fissures

1. Acute Anal Fissure

   • Develops suddenly and lasts less than 6 weeks

   • Typically caused by passing hard stools or constipation

   • Presents with severe pain during defecation and visible surface-level tear

2. Chronic Anal Fissure

   • Persists for more than 6 weeks

   • The tear may deepen and expose internal muscle tissue

   • Often recurs and may be resistant to home treatment

Common Causes of Anal Fissures

• Constipation and straining during bowel movements

• Repeated episodes of diarrhea

• Tight anal sphincter muscles

• Trauma during childbirth or anal injury

• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) like Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis

• Rarely due to tumors or infections

Symptoms of Anal Fissure

• Sharp pain during or after defecation

• Bright red bleeding with stools

• Itching and burning around the anal region

• Foul-smelling discharge (in chronic or infected cases)

• Hard, dry stools

• Visible tear or crack near the anus

• A small skin tag (sentinel pile) near the tear

How Is It Diagnosed?

Dr. O.K. Prakashen conducts:

• Physical examination and digital rectal check

• Proctoscopy for internal view of the anal canal

• Sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy, if necessary, to rule out associated conditions

Anal Fissure Treatment in Namakkal

Conservative (Non-Surgical) Treatments

• High-fiber diet and increased water intake

• Stool softeners and mild laxatives

• Local anesthetic creams and muscle relaxants

• Sitz baths to relieve pain and promote healing

Surgical & Advanced Options

When symptoms do not improve with medication, we offer:

• Fissurectomy: Removal of the fissure to stimulate healing

• Anal Dilatation: Widening the anal canal to reduce tension

• Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy: Cutting a portion of the internal sphincter to relieve pressure

• Laser Surgery:

  • A modern, minimally invasive procedure

  • Reduces sphincter spasm and speeds up healing

  • Less pain, faster recovery, and minimal bleeding

Why Choose Dr. O.K. Prakashen?

• One of Namakkal’s most trusted gastrointestinal surgeons

• Expert in laser treatment for anal fissures

• Personalized care and high success rates

• State-of-the-art surgical technology and facilities

Dr. O.K. Prakashen has successfully treated thousands of patients with fissures and is known for his gentle, effective approach to long-term healing.