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I have had a bump the size of a dime on the outside by my anus for a few months. is this normal for a hemorrhoid or could it be something worse?

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Dr. Tipu Sultan answered

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Don't ignore: It can be several things. Check with your primary care physician or a general surgeon

Answered 6/17/2015

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A member asked:

I have had a bump the size of a dime on the outside by my anus for a few months. is this normal for a hemorrhoid or could it be something worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tipu Sultan answered

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