Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Buttocks

Posted on Mon, 20 Nov 2017

Question: I have a swelling on the left side of my buttocks near the anus. It isn't very sore. Is it an infection?

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Various possibilities need details for further mentioning.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* There are different possibilities for this swelling as
- peri anal boil - infection - external hemorrhoid - others .

Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely .

1. Swelling - size , shape , consistency .
2. Associated itching .
3. Bowel movements problem , any bleeding .
4. If possible and no objection a photo pic of the same as an attachment would
be of help to better evaluated it .

Awaiting for your details .
Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (32 minutes later)

it is a round pea size swelling, no itching, no problems with bowel movements no bleeding no itching. difficult to take a picture....

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Sentinel skin tag more likely. recommendations provided.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX Hi,

Thanks for the details.

* Seems more likely sentinel skin tag .

* Suggestions for better recovery

- Sitz bath (sitting in a tub filled with lukewarm water 5 minutes every 2 times a
a day, additionally after passing stool) will help a lot.
- Check diet intake so that you get smooth bowel movements with high fiber,
green leafy veg, whole grains, cereals, pulses, organic fresh fruits.
- Avoid oily, spicy, junk foods stuff as much as possible.

- Consulting with consultant surgeon if the size increases, pain or other symptoms
appear .

Hope this will help you.

Welcome for any further assistance,
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (47 minutes later)

Will epsom salt in the warm bath water help?

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (52 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Epsom salt will help with inflammation or infection.

Detailed Answer:
Welcome back,

Epsom salt will help in presence of inflammation or infection only.
However, it has no effect on the normal skin tag.

Regards .

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee