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I have ulcerative colitis and have also had haemorrhoids and fissures, now i have a hard anal lump from the opening and below that has a hole and bleeds slightly and is painful. my doctor has referred me to colorectal specialist. is this anal cancer?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Rectal lump : There are several reasons for your lump. To answer this without an examination would not be best. As you can imagine a lump is a vague term that can mean several things. Best of health.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/25/2020

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A member asked:

I have ulcerative colitis and have also had haemorrhoids and fissures, now i have a hard anal lump from the opening and below that has a hole and bleeds slightly and is painful. my doctor has referred me to colorectal specialist. is this anal cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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