Hey guys. I ignored this problem for months and months, like an idiot. But finally went to the doctor today. he checked it out and seems pretty sure they are two anal fissures. He had given me Anusol ointment.
My only concern is that I have done some research and it says generally you will only notice a bit of blood on your toilet paper or your seat. I hover had a very alarming amount of blood. So much so that it ate through the paper and went all over my hands, and it turns the water bright red. Do fissures ever bleed so much?
Also, on the label for the Anusol it says to use Gauze dressing to spread the ointment. But my doctor did not say to do this. Am I okay to use my fingers?

Welcome to the forum!
Yes, anal fissures can bleed quite a bit. As you mentioned, the blood would be bright red (as opposed to dark red, which would indicate that the blood is coming from higher up in the G.I. tract). Of course, only a doctor can tell you for certain where the blood is coming from.
Yes, you can use your finger to apply the Anusol, in my opinion. Make sure your finger is clean, of course. I would recommend picking up some Latex Finger Cots, such as these from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Grafco-Finger-Cots-Box-144/dp/B001EU9H0O/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1341861125&sr=1-1
You also want to make sure that you are getting plenty of water and fiber (my doctor recommends Konsyl or Metamucil). You may also want to use a stool softener like Miralax, which is available over-the-counter and has been a lifesaver for many of us on the forum.
The absolute BEST advice I can give you is to go to a colorectal surgeon (CRS) ASAP. Just because you go to a CRS doesn't mean you will need to have surgery - you just want to go to a specialist that deals with these kinds of issues day in and day out. The best decision I ever made was to go to a CRS.
A CRS will likely give you a prescription for Nifedipine or Diltiazem which you apply to the anus which will help relax the sphincter muscle allowing the fissures to heal in most cases (according to my CRS). The quicker you start using Nifedipine or Diltiazem, the better your chances of healing.
Good luck!

Fissures can cause alot of blood, never experienced this myself but from what I've read here they tend to only bleed in the early stages. I apply rectogesic using a medical glove with clingfilm over it. Works for me! Nothing more to add to what thisfissure has said! :)

Thanks guys. The swelling around my sphincter has already gone down. (I forgot to mention I also had very irritated skin and and swelling). And the ichiness is a lot less bothersome. I can't believe I let myself suffer for so many months.
@sue: Well I hope not, because I've had mine for months it would seem and mine is bleeding a lot. I hope it is the source of the blood, but time will tell i guess.
I also forgot to ask my doctor, but so you think I'm okay to go to the gym still?

Be careful about working out too strenuously - no heavy heavy weights that cause you to strain, that can irritate the fissure and sphincter down there. Do some form of light cardio.