What are the signs of anal fissures in babies?
ANSWER
Anal fissures are thought to be the most common cause of rectal bleeding for very young children. Signs that your child may have an anal fissure include:
- Crying during bowel movements
- Blood on the surface of stools or in soiled diapers
- A visible tear in the anal area
From: Anal Fissure Symptoms WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian on October 28, 2018
SOURCES:
American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons: "Anal Fissure," "Practice Parameters for the Management of Anal Fissures (3 Revision)." rd
Cleveland Clinic: "Anal Fissures."
NHS Choices: "Anal fissure - Introduction."
UpToDate: "Patient information: Anal fissure (Beyond the Basics)."
Ferri, F. , Mosby, 2011. Ferri’s Clinical Advisor 2012, 1 Edition st
AboutKidsHealth: "Anal Fissure."
SOURCES:
American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons: "Anal Fissure," "Practice Parameters for the Management of Anal Fissures (3 Revision)." rd
Cleveland Clinic: "Anal Fissures."
NHS Choices: "Anal fissure - Introduction."
UpToDate: "Patient information: Anal fissure (Beyond the Basics)."
Ferri, F. , Mosby, 2011. Ferri’s Clinical Advisor 2012, 1 Edition st
AboutKidsHealth: "Anal Fissure."
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