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Can an anal abscess be, lumpy small and black hole or dot at center. it sounds like a fistula but can't can't be because it's not causing discharge, neither growing or causing unbearing pain. it is present from months. i am under no treatment?

Q: can an anal abscess be, lumpy small and black hole or dot at center. it sounds like a fistula but can't can't be because it's not causing discharge, neither growing or causing unbearing pain. it is present from months. i am under no treatment?

: It is difficult to diagnose a condition without an in person examination. See your Dr for a full examination. They will be able to determine exactly what it is and what needs to be done. An abscess will need prescription antibiotics. A fistula or healing tear may need surgery.

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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It is difficult to diagnose a condition without an in person examination. See your Dr for a full examination. They will be able to determine exactly what it is and what needs to be done. An abscess will need prescription antibiotics. A fistula or healing tear may need surgery.

Answered 5/7/2021

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A member asked:

Can an anal abscess be, lumpy small and black hole or dot at center. it sounds like a fistula but can't can't be because it's not causing discharge, neither growing or causing unbearing pain. it is present from months. i am under no treatment?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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