To prevent fissures, maintain a high-fiber diet, drink plenty of water, avoid straining, and keep the anal area clean and dry. Regular exercise also helps maintain digestive health.

A doctor typically diagnoses an anal fissure through a physical examination, asking about your symptoms, and sometimes performing an anoscopy to inspect the anal canal.

PLIS is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that cuts a small portion of the anal sphincter muscle to reduce pain and tension, allowing the fissure to heal faster.

Most treatments, including PLIS and laser procedures, are minimally invasive and designed to minimize pain. After treatment, recovery is typically fast with proper care.

Mild fissures may heal with conservative treatments like fiber-rich diets, stool softeners, and warm sitz baths. However, severe or chronic fissures often require medical treatment.