A member asked:

I think i have an hemorrhoid its a bump near my anus its big hard and it hurts when i lie down what would happen or if i should pop it.

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Dr. Aleks Radovic answered

Don't pop it: It is unclear on what this is. Please see doctor for an exam and treatment options. If you pop it you could do more harm than good.

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 3/4/2020

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A member asked:

I think i have an hemorrhoid its a bump near my anus its big hard and it hurts when i lie down what would happen or if i should pop it.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Aleks Radovic answered

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

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