I'm in good health. I don't drink or smoke and take no medications. I haven't had any major surgery and have only a slight family history of skin cancer. I'm writing because it sometimes hurts to have a bowel movement. Sometimes there's a trace of blood on the toilet tissue, although I don't see any blood in the stool.
Hemorrhoids are swollen tissue containing veins and fissures and caused by tears or ulcerations.
Hemorrhoids are located within the wall of the rectum and anus and fissures are located within the lining of the anus. A physician can diagnose either by inspecting the anus and rectum. You can treat hemorrhoids and anal fissures by increasing your fluid intake and taking stool softeners. Also try warm baths following bowel movements to decrease the discomfort and promote healing. See your family doctor for an examination and treatment.