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I woke up monday morning with a flesh coloured lump on my anus. after some reading i suspect it to be a haemorrhoid but i am not sure. it is about 10-15mm long. quite painful to walk or sit. never had something like this. please help. :-( ?

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Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

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Needs to be seen: If it persists will need to be evaluated by a doctor. Suggest either colo-rectal surgeon, or gastroenterologist

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 1/30/2019

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A member asked:

I woke up monday morning with a flesh coloured lump on my anus. after some reading i suspect it to be a haemorrhoid but i am not sure. it is about 10-15mm long. quite painful to walk or sit. never had something like this. please help. :-( ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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