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Q: Anal bump hurts

asked by: Jarntz on March 31st, 2008

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I have a bump the size of a pea right outside my anal opening. it is the same color as my skin. it is sensitive to the touch. not to painful though. I can feel it when i sit our when my underwear touches it. I dont not participate in anal sex. what could it be?

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replied on July 11th, 2008

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It might be a fistula...or infection beneath the skin. I'd suggest that you see your GP first for a preliminary diagnosis. S/he can direct your the correct specialist afterwards.

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