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Most people immediately assume that they have hemorrhoids if they experience mild pain, burning, or bleeding. However, the truth is that not every pain or bleeding is a sign of hemorrhoids. In many cases, fissures and fistulas also show very similar symptoms. Improper treatment not only delays treatment but also worsens health.
Even today people have low public awareness about rectal diseases. Most people immediately assume that they have piles if they experience mild pain, burning or bleeding. However, the truth is that not every pain or bleeding is a sign of hemorrhoids. In many cases, fissures and fistulas also show very similar symptoms. Improper treatment not only delays treatment but also worsens health.
According to experts, hemorrhoids are caused by inflammation of the veins in the anus. This can cause bleeding during bowel movements, straining and discomfort while sitting. People mistake every pain for hemorrhoids, although this is not always the cause.
A fissure is a small tear in the skin of the anus. It feels like a sharp burning sensation during a tear bowl movement and the biggest difference is that hemorrhoid pain is mild and constant. Fissure pain is sudden and severe and lasts for a long time. That is why many people mistake it for piles and start wrong treatment.
A fistula is a tunnel-like passage from the inside to the outside of the anus. This can lead to repeated infections. Symptoms include:
- Pus discharge
- the smell
- swelling
- Constant humidity
- Sometimes, treatment is only possible through surgery.
People often avoid seeing a doctor out of embarrassment or reluctance. Using home remedies or creams can worsen the condition.
- Points to keep in mind:
- Hemorrhoids: mild pain and bleeding
- Fissure: Sharp pain is felt after bowel movements
- Fistula: pus from the hole and persistent infection
- With timely diagnosis and proper treatment, the patient can recover completely quickly. So, if symptoms appear, do not delay in seeing a doctor.
December 04, 2025 9:23 PM IST
Hemorrhoids, fissures, or fistulas? Start the treatment only after understanding the real cause of the pain, otherwise the health may deteriorate