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How can you tell the difference in hemorrhoids and anal cancer?

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Examine: See a doctor for an examination. Hemorrhoids are soft purplish veins under the skin. Anal cancer is a rare condition and would be a firm process in or on the surface of the anal skin. Might be difficult to see on your own self examination.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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