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Anal fissure is a common condition which causes anorectal pain and bleeding. The pain and bleeding results from longitudinal lacerations in the anus. The cuts and tears result from episodes of passing hardened stools and explosive diarrhea. This is confirmed … READ MORE

What is anal fissure? Anal fissure is a longitudinal cut or tear in the mucosa (soft inner layer) of the anus. The clinical hallmark of fissure is pain during, and several hours after, defecation (passing stool). It usually presents with … READ MORE

Have you been experiencing severe anal pain several hours after defecating (taking a poop)? Is there fresh blood in your poop or in the tissue you have used? If your answer to these questions is yes, then you may be … READ MORE

Anal fissure is a benign disorder of the anorectal (anus and rectum) that is largely attributed to decreased intake of dietary fiber. It is one of the most common causes of anal pain.

Signs and Symptoms

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Groundsel (Senecio vulgaris) is a common weed in Europe and Russian Asia. It is known as a troublesome weed for it seems to grow in every human settling, except for the tropics. Aside from being favorite food for caged birds, … READ MORE

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) is an herbal plant found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is popular in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine and has been called “bramhi” (greatest of the great). It has been used in India to aid in … READ MORE

Goldenseal is an herb that has been primarily cultivated for its substance called berberine, which is effective in inhibiting or killing many microorganisms. Goldenseal is popularly used as topical antibiotic for skin wounds, athlete’s foot and mouth sores. Aside from … READ MORE

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) is from the Chinese genus of evergreen shrub whose leaves are used to make delicious tea. Camella sinensis originated from Asia, specifically southeast China, but is now cultivated across the world to produce tea and also … READ MORE

Grapes (Vitis vinifera) have always been a part of our diet – as fruits and as wine. Aside from its nutritional value, it has been heralded for its medicinal value since ancient times. Today, the extract from whole grape seeds … READ MORE

Ginseng has been around for many centuries in North America and Asia. It is one of the most well-known medicinal herbs in the world. Many claims have been made for its many health benefits yet further research and rigorous study … READ MORE