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My 19 yr old son has a hole above his anus it does bleed when he goes to the bathroom what is it ?

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Needs eval.: Could be pilonidal cyst or fistula. Fistula would prompt evaluation for inflammatory bowel disease.

Answered 10/3/2016

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? FISTULA: By your general description, i suspect he may have a fistula, which is a small channel from the anorectal canal to the surface skin. It may just be a pilonidal cyst, but he should see a doctor who could evaluate him, and then refer to an appropriate specialist, if necessary. Make the appointment. Good luck.

Answered 4/13/2014

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