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I have a small puffy white bubble-like spot on my anus - itches, and when ointment is applied feels like a cut. what could this be (not a hemorrhoid)?

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Dr. Phillip Goebel answered

Wart: If you take the common hemorrhoid off the list, Genital warts could present like that as well as herpes. Best to have it seen by a physician In person to get a solid diagnosis and plan.

Dr Blinski agreed

Answered 5/2/2021

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A member asked:

I have a small puffy white bubble-like spot on my anus - itches, and when ointment is applied feels like a cut. what could this be (not a hemorrhoid)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Phillip Goebel answered

Dr Blinski agreed

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