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Past few weeks been having painful bowel movements. feels like passing glass. drink lots of water & eat lots of fiber. don't think hemorrhoids at 20?

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Dr. Andrea Brand answered

See a doctor: Your description suggests a problem in the tissue lining the anus, perhaps a fissure ( crack ). Suggest you see a doctor for examination.

Dr Welle agreed

Answered 8/5/2014

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A member asked:

Past few weeks been having painful bowel movements. feels like passing glass. drink lots of water & eat lots of fiber. don't think hemorrhoids at 20?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrea Brand answered

Dr Welle agreed

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