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I have a medium sized hard and red bump on my butt i have no idea what it is and it hurts to sit down do you have any idea what's wrong with it?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

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Mult possibilities: Could be abscess or thrombosed hemorrhoid. Best to have it checked out by a medical professional and treated. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 12/31/2014

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A member asked:

I have a medium sized hard and red bump on my butt i have no idea what it is and it hurts to sit down do you have any idea what's wrong with it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Roy Arnold answered

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