Overview
Anismus, also known as anorectal dysfunction or dyssynergic defecation, is a condition in which the external anal sphincter has excessive muscle tone. This can cause difficulty in defecation, functional constipation, and anorectal pain (proctalgia fugax).
Please see conventional, complimentary and alternative medical treatments for important background information regarding the different types of medical treatments discussed on this page. Naturopathic, Complimentary and Alternative treatments that may be considered include: