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I am suffering form constipation, when i pass the stool.i feel discomfort and itching in rectum, its that the symptom of piles?

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Dr. Matthew Lublin answered

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Possible fissure: An anal fissure is a tear or cut in the anus. It usually causes severe pain with a bowel movement. It is different from hemorrhoids and needs to be treated differently, .

Answered 5/3/2021

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A member asked:

I am suffering form constipation, when i pass the stool.i feel discomfort and itching in rectum, its that the symptom of piles?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matthew Lublin answered

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