- Constipation or straining during bowel movements
- Anal or rectal tears
- Complications from a surgical procedure, such as a hemorrhoidectomy
- Irritation from constant diarrhea
- Rectal infection
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Anal stenosis, which is a narrowing of the anal canal that makes it difficult to pass stool, can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Also referred to as anal stricture, this condition occurs when the muscles in the anus – which expand and contract to regulate the passage of fecal material – narrow.
In the majority of cases, anal stenosis is linked to scar tissue formation, which can occur after trauma or hemorrhoid surgery. Other causes can include a congenital malformation, venereal disease, and a rectal infection. This condition most often affects the internal (involuntary) sphincter instead of the external sphincter, which a person can control.
The non-surgical treatment options for anal stenosis are limited, though fiber supplements, stool softeners, emollient laxatives, or a high-fiber diet may help soften stools so they pass more easily.
Common surgical options include an anoplasty, the surgical reconstruction of the anus, or a sphincterotomy, which involves the cutting of the internal sphincter muscle to reduce tension.