Lori A. asked

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I think I have hemorrhoids and am feeling discomfort due to a purple lump in the anal area. I'm a 29-year-old male with no history of constipation, blood in the stool, or significant itching. What should I do?

November 20th, 2024

Angela E. answered

The symptoms you've described, such as a lump in the anal area, are consistent with hemorrhoids, whi...

November 20th, 2024

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