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Thanks dr Prasad. 2 days ago while taking the evening shower I felt something around or in my rectum. I checked in the mirror ...it was pinkish. And solid. Today, I have impression that it is bigger. I feel discomfort in the lower abdomen, mostly on the left side.
Hello I appreciate your concern Looking at your history this could be hemorrhoids or swollen anal gland in my opinion you should consult a general surgeon for examination and investigation you may require a course of antibiotics I would like further information to help you better like your age and sex any history of constipation or altered bowel habits Is there any discharge or bleeding
meanwhile you should avoid straining at stool by taking laxative sitz bath twice daily maintain good hygiene
Hope this addresses your question please feel free to ask for more clarification wishing you good health
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What Causes A Swollen Lump Near The Rectum?
Hello I appreciate your concern Looking at your history this could be hemorrhoids or swollen anal gland in my opinion you should consult a general surgeon for examination and investigation you may require a course of antibiotics I would like further information to help you better like your age and sex any history of constipation or altered bowel habits Is there any discharge or bleeding meanwhile you should avoid straining at stool by taking laxative sitz bath twice daily maintain good hygiene Hope this addresses your question please feel free to ask for more clarification wishing you good health