Anal Fissure, Pediatric
An anal fissure is a small tear or crack in the skin around the anus. Bleeding from a fissure usually stops on its own within a few minutes. However, bleeding will often occur again with each bowel movement until the crack heals. Anal fissures are common in children.
CAUSES
This condition is usually caused by passing a large or hard stool (feces). Other causes include:
• Frequent diarrhea.
• Constipation.
Less frequent causes include:
• Infections.
• Inflammatory bowel disease.
SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of this condition include:
• Painful bowel movements.
• Small amounts of blood seen on your child's stools, on toilet paper or wipes, or in the toilet after a bowel movement. The blood coats the outside of
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DIAGNOSIS
A health care provider may diagnose this condition by closely examining your child's anal area. An anal fissure can usually be seen with careful inspection. In some cases, a rectal exam may be performed, or a short tube (anoscope) may be used to examine the anal canal.
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• Have your child avoid milk and other dairy products, as well as other foods that can be constipating, such as bananas.
• Have your child eat foods that are high in fiber. These foods include vegetables, beans, and bran cereals.
• Have your child eat fruit (other than bananas) and drink juice from prunes, pears, and apricots.
General Instructions
• Help or have your child put lubricating jelly on the anal area. This may help with the passage of stools.
• Avoid using a rectal thermometer or suppositories on your child until the fissure has healed.
• Make sure your child keeps the anal area as clean and dry as possible.
• Have your child bathe in warm water to help with healing. Do not use soap on the irritated area.
• Give over-the-counter and prescription medicines only as told by your child’s health care provider.
SEEK MEDICAL CARE IF:
• Your child has more bleeding.
• Your child has a fever.
• Your child has diarrhea mixed with blood.
• Your child has other signs of bleeding or bruising.
• Your child is having pain.
• Your child's problem is getting worse rather than
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• Cool baths can be soothing. Try adding baking soda or oatmeal to the water to reduce itching. Do not bathe in hot water.