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A 23-year-old female asked:
I have a bump or boil on the left side of my anus directly on the hole ,and it also itches , what can this be ?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Cody Meadanswered
Family Medicine 14 years experience
Hemorrhoid: Sounds like you could have a hemorrhoid. The best way to find out is to have someone look at it. See your doc. In the meantime, keep the area clean and dry. That should help. Take care!
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