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How too treat an infection in the anus ?

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Dr. Mark Hoepfner answered

See a doctor: I do not know what kind of "infection" you have. True infections need to be seen and treated urgently with proper prescription medication from a doctor.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/2/2014

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