# 4. Anal Fissure: Symptoms, Causes and When to See a Surgeon in Thane **SEO title:** Anal Fissure Symptoms and Treatment | Surgeon in Thane West **Meta description:** Learn about anal fissure pain, bleeding and treatment options. Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali at Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, Thane West. Call 8691033033. **URL slug:** anal-fissure-symptoms-treatment-thane ## Anal Fissure Symptoms and Treatment: When to See a Surgeon in Thane West An anal fissure is a small tear in the lining of the anus. It commonly develops after passing hard stools and can cause sharp pain during bowel movements, sometimes followed by burning or discomfort that continues afterward. **Common types:** - Acute fissure: A recent tear that may heal with appropriate care. - Chronic fissure: A tear that persists or repeatedly returns. - Recurrent fissure: A fissure that heals and later develops again. **Symptoms to watch for:** Sharp pain during bowel movements, burning afterward, a small amount of bright red blood and fear of passing stools because of pain. **Why not wait?** Persistent fissures can become difficult to heal and may require specialist treatment. Severe pain, significant bleeding or symptoms that keep returning deserve medical assessment. Consult Dr. Ankur Bhanushali, M.S., D. Lap. (Surg), surgeon with 22+ years of experience at Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West. Open 24 hours. Book a consultation today. **What increases the risk of an anal fissure?** Constipation, hard stools, repeated diarrhoea and straining can contribute to fissures. Some fissures are associated with underlying medical conditions. **What happens at the consultation?** The surgeon reviews your bowel habits and symptoms and performs an appropriate examination. Treatment may include stool-softening measures, dietary changes, prescribed topical medicines or a procedure for selected persistent cases. **Related reading:** Anal Fissure vs Piles, Managing Constipation Safely, Recovery After Anal Fissure Surgery Dr. Ankur Bhanushali, M.S., D. Lap. (Surg) Aayush Multispecialty Hospital, 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West 400602 Open 24 hours. Call or WhatsApp 8691033033.