Complications of Fissure in Ano
Prognosis:
The vast majority of acute fissures resolve entirely within a short span of time, if there is no constipation or straining for the toilet.
Complications:
If acute fissures are not properly managed, they become chronic. Chronic and non-healing fissure-in-ano may present as a complicated condition, especially when it is associated with resistant constipation.
01 Hemorrhoids (piles): Hemorrhoids or piles are swollen, dilated veins of the rectum or anus. Hemorrhoids may be located at the beginning of the anal canal (internal hemorrhoids), or at the anal opening (external hemorrhoids).
02 Anorectal fistula: Anorectal fistula is a hollow tract (opening) leading from the anal canal or rectum to the skin through which watery pus drains.
03 Crohn's disease: Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory process primarily involving the intestinal tract. It most commonly affects the last part of the small intestine (ileum) and/or the large intestine (colon and rectum). Also called as regional enteritis and ileitis.
04 Anorectal cancer: Cancer affecting rectum and anus.
05 Perianal abscess: Perianal abscess is a collection of pus outside the anus.
Chronic and recurring fissures may lead to permanent scarring or injury that prevents normal bowel movements.
Timely administered homeopathic medicines take care of acute and chronic fissures gently, effectively, and without producing any side effects.