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Should i go to a dr or hospital to have a perianal abscess removed?
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Colorectal surgeon: If you can get an appointment soon then a colorectal surgeon,otherwise to ER.However, if is a perirectal abscess will likely take you to the OR to drain.
Answered 3/25/2022
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