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I have a lump in between my scrotum and anus underneath the skin, it's very painful to walk or even sit down, it's been here for around 2-3 days?

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Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

See below: Most likely either a perianal abscess or a thromboses external hemorrhoid. The former usually needs incision and drainage, the latter usually resolves by itself with in 3 to 4 days. Best have you doc take a look.

Answered 9/18/2016

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A member asked:

I have a lump in between my scrotum and anus underneath the skin, it's very painful to walk or even sit down, it's been here for around 2-3 days?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

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