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Purple around anus. looked like deflated sacs. larger red/purple in middle sac right inside anus. and a skin tag. hemorrhoid or polyp?

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Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Most likely: Can be a thrombosed hemorrhoid or a sentinel pile--especially if accompanied by a history of constipation, excessive pressure to move your bowels. A physical examination would be in order, however, to determine exact diagnosis.

Dr Marx and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/7/2018

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