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If i have a very small open wound in my anus, will it get infected with e.coli, especially if i pass stool over the wound?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Usually not: The tissue there is very good at fighting bacteria. There are a lot of bugs there, E coli and more, but infections in this situation are uncommon,

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 6/18/2018

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A member asked:

If i have a very small open wound in my anus, will it get infected with e.coli, especially if i pass stool over the wound?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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