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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)

Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).

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Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)

Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.

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  • Stools looks like strawberry jam

  • Anal itching

  • Stool looks like raspberry jelly

  • Fresh blood from anus

  • Poop looks like strawberry jam

  • Poo looks like currant jelly

  • Anal pruritus

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What is Anal Fissure?

Anal Fissure, also known as an anal tear, is a common condition characterized by a small tear or cut in the lining of the anus. It is often caused by trauma to the anal area during bowel movements, such as passing hard stools or excessive straining. Symptoms include intense pain, bleeding, and itching. Risk factors include chronic constipation, diarrhea, obesity, and pregnancy.

Typical Symptoms of Anal Fissure

  • Blood in stool

  • Passing out blood from the anus

  • Itching around the anus

  • Sharp pain when passing stool

  • Hemorrhoids (piles) or a lump at the anus

  • Pain over the anus

  • Constipation

Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Anal Fissure

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:

  • Do you have blood in your stool?

  • Are you bleeding from the anus?

  • Do you have anal itching?

  • Do you have sharp pain during bowel movements?

  • Do you have hemorrhoids or a lump at the anus?

Treatmentof Anal Fissure

In mild cases, your doctor may recommend creams, ointments, or warm baths to relieve pain and discomfort, as well as recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding sitting for extended periods and increasing fiber intake. In more severe cases, minimally invasive procedures may be required.

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References

  • Mayo Clinic

    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hemorrhoids/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20360280

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Reviewed By:

Samantha Nazareth, MD

Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)

Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).

Shohei Harase, MD

Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)

Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.

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