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Piles or something else
I have been experiencing the following problems:
I have developed small warts (skin growths) around the outside of my anal area.
There is a large swelling or mass in the center (as shown in the attached photo).
please examine this and let me know if this is piles or something else?
Will this require medication or surgery
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This looks like external hemorrhoids this can be managed conservatively initially.
Next Steps
Get examined by a general surgeon to look for internal hemorrhoids
Health Tips
Take plenty of fluids
High fibre diet like green vegetables, fruits
Avoid constipating food items.
Syp duphalac 30 mL at night
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Yes it looks like piles only. First you can try conservative management with medication. Even though if it is not resolving then you can go for surgery. Do you have any other skin issues at perianal region?
Next Steps
it needs to be clinically examined. so consult a general surgeon near you.
Health Tips
drink plenty of water and take high fibre diet. As long as you don't have constipation or passage of hard stools, the swelling will decrease.
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