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A member asked:
I think i have an hemorrhoid its a bump near my anus its big hard and it hurts when i lie down what would happen or if i should pop it.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Don't pop it: It is unclear on what this is. Please see doctor for an exam and treatment options. If you pop it you could do more harm than good.
Answered 3/4/2020
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