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I strained /passed a hard stool yesterday don't know why cause after it was normal movements again but ever since that one i've had pain /discomfort in anus, any idea?

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Hemorrhoids: Localized anal pain after straining on heart stool can be caused by hemorrhoids or anal fissure. See a primary care doctor for evaluation and treatment

Answered 8/22/2020

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A member asked:

I strained /passed a hard stool yesterday don't know why cause after it was normal movements again but ever since that one i've had pain /discomfort in anus, any idea?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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