Anal Disorders Summary The anus is the opening of the rectum through which stool passes out of your body. Problems with the anus are common. They include hemorrhoids, abscesses, fissures (cracks), and cancer. You may be embarrassed to talk about your anal troubles. But it is important to let your doctor know, especially if you have pain or bleeding. The more details you can give about your problem, the better your doctor will be able to help you. Treatments vary depending on the particular problem. NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Find an Expert American College of Gastroenterology American College of Gastroenterology American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Find a Gastroenterologist American College of Gastroenterology National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Specifics Anal Abscess/Fistula American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Anal Fissure American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Anal Itching Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Anal Warts American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Pruritus-Ani American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Array Anal fissure Anal fissure – slideshow Anal itching — self-care Anorectal abscess Anoscopy Digital rectal exam Imperforate anus Imperforate anus repair – slideshow Perianal streptococcal cellulitis Health Check Tools Anal Pain DSHI Systems Diagnosis and Tests Anal Pain Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Lower Gastrointestinal (GI) Tract X-Ray (Radiography) Array Lower GI Series (Barium Enema) National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases MedlinePlus: Colonoscopy National Library of Medicine Rectal Bleeding Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Testing of the Anorectal and Pelvic Floor Area International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Understanding Minor Rectal Bleeding American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinical Trials ClinicalTrials.gov: Anus Diseases National Institutes of Health Prevention and Risk Factors Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) American Society of Clinical Oncology Related Issues Fiber: How to Increase the Amount in Your Diet American Academy of Family Physicians Treatments and Therapies How to Use Rectal Suppositories Properly American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Encyclopedia Imperforate anus repair Patient Handouts Lower GI Series National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Journal Articles Anal Disorders
