What is an "anal fissure"?

What is an "anal fissure"?

Siamak Tabib (Gastroenterologist, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA) gives expert video advice on: What is the treatment for an anal fissure? and more...

Anal fissure is a condition where a tear or cut takes place at the border between the rectum and the anus or the opening to the rectum. This cut or this tear can be severely painful, can potentially cause bleeding, and definitely cause a lot of discomfort and agony.