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After researching online, i'm worried i might have anal warts. do the warts usually "recede" into my anus if i flex my sphincter muscle?

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Anal warts: Please get an appointment with your primary doctor as soon as you can. If the doctor cannot help you as much as he would like you will be referred to a specialist Hope all goes well.

Answered 3/20/2016

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