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What is the cause of anal projection/protrusion when passing faeces and what is the cure?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Prolapse: It sounds like you may have rectal prolapse versuse circumferential grade ii/iii hemorrhoids. You should be seen by a doctor for further evaluation.

Dr Hines agreed

Answered 4/14/2014

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Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Hemorrhoids: Sounds like you prolapsing internal hemorrhoids, see a colon and rectal surgeon usually these can be treated with simple office procedures.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 3/2/2013

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A member asked:

What is the cause of anal projection/protrusion when passing faeces and what is the cure?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

Dr Hines agreed

Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Dr Khan agreed

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