Anal Fissures: Diet, Exercises, and Natural Home Treatments

Dietary changes and specific exercises can effectively treat and heal anal fissures at home. Learn how to manage this condition in both adults and infants using natural, non-invasive remedies.

Exercises for an Anal Fissure

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sarah Thompson

Anal fissures are tears in the lining of the anus, the opening through which stools pass from your body. They can also leave tags hanging from the anal opening. Anal fissures are fairly common and usually produce symptoms such as burning, pain and bleeding, particularly during or after a bowel movement.

Sarah Thompson has been a writer since 2006. She has contributed to Ohio-based publications such as "CityScene" and "Dublin Life" magazines, as well as Columbus' top alternative weekly, "The Other Paper." Thompson has also written for several online outlets, including Smashing Magazine and Web Designer Depot. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism, sexuality studies and visual communication design from Ohio State University.