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When wiping after defecation, anus feels inflamed and swollen to the touch. hour later when wiping without defecation, anus is not inflamed or swollen?
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Without a picture...: ...I can only guess you have hemorrhoids or a similar local area of transient irritation. If you see blood, definitely get checked. Certainly, I would advice to not wipe too vigorously. Commercial products are available for the symptoms you describe.
Answered 1/28/2015
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