General
Hemorrhoids and Anal Fissures
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in or around the anus. An anal fissure is a small tear in the anal lining. Both can cause pain, itching and bright red blood after a bowel movement, and they are often confused with each other.
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What is hemorrhoids and anal fissures?
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in or around the anus. An anal fissure is a small tear in the anal lining. Both can cause pain, itching and bright red blood after a bowel movement, and they are often confused with each other.
Common symptoms
- Bright red blood on toilet paper or stool
- Lump near the anus
- Itching or irritation around the anus
- Pain during or after a bowel movement
How we treat it at AfterOurs
A provider examines the area to tell the two apart. Treatment aims to relieve symptoms: warm soaks, cold packs for swelling, gentle cleaning, stool softeners and creams or suppositories for pain and itching.
When to come in
Come in if rectal pain or bleeding is new, does not improve, or you are not sure of the cause.
What to expect at your visit
- Step 1
Check in
Walk in, or book online to hold your place and skip the wait.
- Step 2
See a provider
A clinician examines you and runs any on-site tests you need.
- Step 3
Leave with a plan
Treatment, prescriptions sent to your pharmacy, and a visit summary.
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