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 | Anal fistula — An anal fistula is an abnormal, narrow, tunnel-like passageway that connects the remains of an old anal abscess to the surface of the skin. |
| Anal stricture — An anal stricture is a tight band of scar tissue that constricts the anal opening, interfering with the ability to pass stool comfortably. |
| Anal strictures can be caused by radiation treatment for cancers located near the anal area, some sexually transmitted diseases, direct trauma to the anus or, rarely, surgery to remove hemorrhoids. |
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Anal fissure (torn rectum) - causes and treatment options at MedicineNet.com (348 words) |
| An anal fissure is a cut or tear occuring in the anus (the opening through which stool passes out of the body) that extends upwards into the anal canal. |
| Fissures are a common condition of the anus and anal canal and are responsible for 6-15% of the visits to a colonic and rectal (colorectal) surgeon. |
| Anal fissure is the most common cause of rectal bleeding in infancy. |
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