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I'm feeling a bit constipated lately and when i push the area around my anus is purple like a bruise or something? could it be hemmriods, i'm only 22.

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes.You r exactly: correct.I concur ( as best as is possible without an exam). A hemorrhoid is just a dialated vein CAUSED by pushing/straining.Stop doing that.It may get better,if you stop.Therefore,it's important to keep your stools soft with a daily diet high in fiber.Who do u know if it's enough?If you r having soft,daily BM's without the need to strain/push.C ur doc if stays irritated or need to strain persists

Answered 8/5/2016

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Dr. Vakas Sial answered

YES: You may have developed an external hemorrhoid. Please have a physical examination by a doctor

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 9/27/2016

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A member asked:

I'm feeling a bit constipated lately and when i push the area around my anus is purple like a bruise or something? could it be hemmriods, i'm only 22.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr. Vakas Sial answered

Dr Saghafi agreed

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