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A member asked:

Im getting this very sharp pain in my anus. what can it be?

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Dr. Imran Saeed answered

Could be either: A fissure, hemorrhoids, or an abscess. Please have an exam by your primary doc for a physical and correct diagnosis.

Answered 7/29/2013

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