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My anus is purple and it gets moist and collects lint. i was wondering if it was normal for it to be moist and purple or should i see a specialist?
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Keep it clean...: A periodic de-linting and keeping it clean and dry would probably be sufficient. A clean anus is a happy anus. If you have a discharge and are leaving wet spots in your underwear you should see a doctor. http://beauty.onehowto.com/article/how-to-thoroughly-clean-your-anus-894.html
Answered 4/11/2017
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External hemorrhoids: Sounds like your problem. You need to make sure you are never constipated; take metamucil or other fiber supplement several times a day with plenty of fluids. Sitz baths can help, and vaseline for hard BMs. I don't recommend hemorrhoid preparations, with voodoo ingredients like shark oil. They are just expensive vaseline. If the problem isn't going away, see your doctor.
Answered 9/19/2016
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