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Can you get hemorrhoids from anal?

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Dr. Daniel Para answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Unlikely: Trauma to the ano-rectal region may result in an anal fissure (a tear in the lining) which can be painful. Hemorrhoids are normal swellings of tissue in the anal canal, and are aggravated by straining, hard stools, and poor bowel habits.

Dr Goren agreed

Answered 4/3/2020

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