Anal fissure

Sharp pain while passing stool, followed by burning, this points to parikartika in Ayurveda. Caused by vāta imbalance and dry bowels, it creates a tear in the anal lining. It’s often linked with chronic constipation, strained defecation, or post-delivery trauma, and reflects disturbed apāna vāyu and impaired agni.

Common Causes of Anal fissure

Dry, cold, or spicy food aggravates vāta and dries stools.
Irregular meals or fasting weakens digestive agni.
Excessive straining during constipation causes tissue rupture.
Postpartum trauma or hard labor injures the anal area.
Prolonged sitting or sedentary habits block apāna vāyu flow.

Symptoms of Anal fissure

Severe pain during or after bowel movement.
Burning or sharp stinging around the anus.
Bright red blood on stool or tissue.
Visible tear or small cut near the anal opening.
Tight anal muscles or fear of passing stool again.

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Anal fissure

Soothing oil enemas like mātrā basti calm vāta and heal tissue.
Sitz baths with triphala decoction reduce pain and swelling.
Topical application of jaṭāmāṃsī or yaṣṭimadhu ghee promotes repair.
Mild laxatives like gandharvahastādi taila ease bowel passage.
Warm, oily diet with fiber and ghee restores gut balance.