What causes anal bleeding after straining to have a bowel movement?

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Your anal bleeding may be caused by straining and aggravating your hemorrhoids. Muscles that assist in pushing fecal matter from your anal cavity, the abdominals can put great pressure on your internal organs and should be avoided. Straining to have a bowel movement can cause pressure up to the brain and lead to sub-arachnoid bleeding which can be fatal.

Another common cause for bleeding during strenuous bowel movements is anal fissures. Simply put, an anal fissure is a rip within your anal cavity. For some people, anal fissures can be alleviated and healed by increasing fiber intake and taking regular sitz baths. However, if left untreated, anal fissures can worsen over time to the point where the only option is surgery.

If you frequently experience pain or bleeding after having a bowel movement, you should visit your doctor as soon as possible.

And to make the point very clear: You should never stain during a bowel movement. Take your time and let it happen naturally. If you continue to have trouble with straining, try adding more fiber in your diet through fruits and vegetables, or a supplement as necessary. And, as always, if a condition does not clear up or worsens, please see your doctor.

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