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Query regarding piles
I have pain in my anal region and a very small pea like swelling
Am applying proctosedyl ointment
But I don't know whether it is piles, haemorrhoids or canbuncle
Is it ok to consult a general medicine doctor for this
Please guide me
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Consult general surgeon
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Consult to general surgeon
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If it's protruding from your anus, it's most probably haemorrhoids, but would need more detailed history to confirm. Change your diet to add more fibres and take warm sitz baths. Would recommend direct physical consultation with general surgeon as the diagnosis needs physical examination
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consult general surgeon examination is needed to distinguish piles from an abscess it may require drainage rather than ointment alone
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Consult a general surgeon
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I would suggest you to consult general surgeon at nearby hospital.
The small swelling requires examination before making any diagnosis
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consult general surgeon
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I would recommend sitz bath that is _ soak the anal area in shallow warm water and sit for 10 min.
This would help with pain management.
increase dietary fiber include salads in your diet
You can also use stool softener.
For more information you can contact me
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Dr. Karan Suneja
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Delhi
Better to consult a surgeon.
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Avoid constipation , have high fibre diet and if swelling worsens then seek proper medical cure
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
General Practitioner
4 yrs exp
Jaipur
Need some more details kindly consult
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
A painful pea sized swelling near the anus is usually either a thrombosed pile, a small skin boil, or an early abscess, and these can look similar at home but need different treatment. Proctosedyl is a reasonable first step while you figure out which one it is.
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Yes, a general physician is a fine place to start, they can examine it and refer you to a general surgeon if needed. Warm sitz baths, a high fibre diet and avoiding straining will ease the discomfort meanwhile.
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Try to see a doctor within the next day or two, sooner if the swelling grows quickly, gets more painful, or you develop fever, since that can mean it needs draining.
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