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What Causes A Hard Lump Near The Anus?
Question: While showering, I discovered a hard, pea sized lump that was slightly painful near my anus. I have a history of hemorrhoids. Should I be worried?
Brief Answer:
As discussed in details below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
To recapitulate: Male/52 - hard pea sized lump - slightly painful - near anus - history of hemorrhoids - wants to know whether to be worried?
If the lump is at the anal verge, this may be a small infected cyst or a prolapsed hemorrhoid that has thrombosed.
If this is away from the anal verge, it may be a small boil.
Worry is to get the most proper diagnosis which is possible by clinical examination, per-rectal digital examination, and ano-proctoscopy, preferably by a General Surgeon. Correct diagnosis alone give the proper direction for proper treatment.
As discussed in details below.
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query, albeit short and specific.
To recapitulate: Male/52 - hard pea sized lump - slightly painful - near anus - history of hemorrhoids - wants to know whether to be worried?
If the lump is at the anal verge, this may be a small infected cyst or a prolapsed hemorrhoid that has thrombosed.
If this is away from the anal verge, it may be a small boil.
Worry is to get the most proper diagnosis which is possible by clinical examination, per-rectal digital examination, and ano-proctoscopy, preferably by a General Surgeon. Correct diagnosis alone give the proper direction for proper treatment.
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