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What Causes A Hemorrhoid On The Anus Of A 3 Year Old?
My 3 year old little boy has what looks like a hemmorhoid on his anus. He sometimes complains that his bottom hurts, and I was wondering if it was ok to use a topical cream, such as preparation H on it to relieve the pain? His stools are of normal consistency, not hard or small, so I m not sure why it s there. Thanks!
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
Sounds like your little guy could have a rectal skin tag. Hemorrhoids are painful, itchy and will tend to bleed. If his stools are normal consistency and you have never noticed him straining, I would lean more towards a skin tag than a hemorrhoid. The skin tag can be uncomfortable and will swell at times. I would apply an ointment to it such as Aquaphor to help ease the irritation.
Good luck and please let us know if we can be of any more assistance!
Sounds like your little guy could have a rectal skin tag. Hemorrhoids are painful, itchy and will tend to bleed. If his stools are normal consistency and you have never noticed him straining, I would lean more towards a skin tag than a hemorrhoid. The skin tag can be uncomfortable and will swell at times. I would apply an ointment to it such as Aquaphor to help ease the irritation.
Good luck and please let us know if we can be of any more assistance!
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