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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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Its best to consult a general surgeon
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Dear Ma’am, A small pea-like swelling with pain in the anal region can occur due to external haemorrhoids, a thrombosed haemorrhoid, or a perianal abscess (infection).
It is not possible to confirm the cause without a physical examination.
•Take warm sitz baths for 10–15 minutes, 2–3 times daily
•Drink plenty of water
•Avoid straining during bowel movements.
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You may consult a General Surgeon or Proctologist would be the appropriate specialist.
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Please do not squeeze the swelling or rely solely on ointments without knowing the cause.
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Consult
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Go to a General physician,he will examine your condition and will tell you the right diagnosis.
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Consult a general surgeon. They will treat both haemorrhoids or carbuncle.
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You need to consult general surgeon to confirm that
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To know your diagnosis u need general surgeon
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Hi good morning
First of all do not panic. The confirmation can be done only on consultation. You can consult a general medicine doctor for confirmation. And if it is piles it has to be staged and based on your stage treatment differs
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Consult a physician/ surgeon
Take a balanced diet with increased fibre content
Drink plenty of water
Reduce body weight
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Take care
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Consult an surgeon in your area for a clinical examination and appropriate treatment.
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Consult general surgeon
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Consult to general surgeon
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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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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Need some more details kindly consult
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Dr. Das Kashyap Dinesh
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Surat
Hello,
A small, painful swelling near the anus may be due to a haemorrhoid (piles), an anal fissure with a skin tag, or a boil/anal abscess. It is not possible to confirm the cause without an examination.
My recommendations:
1. Yes, you can consult a general physician, who can examine the area and refer you to a general surgeon if needed.
2. Take warm sitz baths for 10–15 minutes, 2–3 times daily.
3. Drink enough water, eat fibre-rich foods, and avoid straining or sitting on the toilet for too long.
4. Do not squeeze or puncture the swelling.
Medication safety: Avoid prolonged use of Proctosedyl without medical advice, as some formulations contain a steroid that can irritate or thin the skin when used for too long. If the swelling is increasingly painful, red, hot, or associated with fever or pus, seek urgent medical assessment because an abscess may require drainage.
Please arrange an examination, especially if the pain persists or worsens. Rectal bleeding, recurrent swelling, or a non-healing lump also needs medical evaluation.
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Mr. Rahul Jha
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Anantapur
Please consult general surgery for further evaluation .i will help if you need, please contact
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Mr. Sijo Jose
General Practitioner
2 yrs exp
Thrissur
Are you diabetic ?
And h/o bleeding from anal region ?
If yes is it painful/painless ?
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Dr. Nakuljeet Singh Tomar
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Gwalior
Yes a gp would be surely able to help you out and guide you with the best way possible.
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Dr. Muhammad Shakir
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Thiruvananthapuram
It is likely fissure in ano. Get an in person consultation and physical exam to confirm.
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Shubham
General Physician
Nagpur
A small pea-like painful swelling near anus with pain is most commonly an external piles / thrombosed haemorrhoid OR a small perianal abscess / boil. Piles and haemorrhoids are same thing. Carbuncle/boil is different - it's an infection with pus.
Since you have pain + swelling, you need a physical examination to know which one it is. Proctosedyl alone may not be enough if it's an infection/abscess.
General medicine doctor can see initially, but the right doctor for this is a General Surgeon / Proctologist
- they deal with piles daily.
Next Steps
Stop self-diagnosing - get it checked within 1-2 days, don't wait long.
- You can consult a General Surgeon directly - if you only have a General Medicine doctor nearby, you can show him first, he will refer you to surgeon if needed.
- Don't press, burst or squeeze the swelling.
- Doctor will do a simple anal examination and tell you if it's piles, fissure, or abscess
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Take warm sitz bath - sit in warm water 10-15 mins, 2-3 times a day - reduces pain a lot.
- Avoid constipation: drink 2-3L water, add fiber (fruits, green veg, isabgol if doctor allows), don't strain in toilet.
- Avoid long sitting, spicy food, alcohol.
- Keep area clean and dry, use soft toilet paper.
- Go to doctor urgently if: fever, increasing severe throbbing pain, pus/bleeding, swelling growing quickly, or you can't pass stool.
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Dr. Divyansh Jain
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Hello,
Yes, you can certainly consult a general medicine doctor for this condition.
A small, painful, pea-sized swelling near the anus can have several causes, including external haemorrhoids (piles), a thrombosed haemorrhoid, an infected hair follicle (boil), or a perianal abscess.
Haemorrhoids may cause swelling, itching, or discomfort, whereas a perianal abscess typically causes increasing pain, tenderness, redness, and sometimes fever.
A physical examination is necessary to distinguish between these conditions and determine the appropriate treatment.
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Consult a general physician or general surgeon, preferably within 24â48 hours. A surgeon or proctologist would be particularly appropriate. Take warm sitz baths for 10â15 minutes, 2â3 times daily to relieve discomfort. Avoid constipation, excessive straining, and prolonged sitting on the toilet. Proctosedyl may provide temporary relief for haemorrhoidal symptoms, but avoid prolonged use without medical supervision, particularly if infection is suspected.
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Maintain adequate hydration and consume fibre-rich foods to keep stools soft. Avoid squeezing, scratching, or attempting to drain the swelling. Seek medical attention if the pain increases rapidly or you develop fever, redness, pus discharge, or difficulty passing urine. These may indicate a perianal abscess requiring prompt treatment. Most causes are manageable with appropriate medical care. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Dr. Praful Mahamuni
General Practitioner
20 yrs exp
Nagpur
Hello,
Take Balanced diet. Do not strain during defecation.
For diet details and ePrescription consult by practo app.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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I would suggest you to consult general surgeon at nearby hospital.
The small swelling requires examination before making any diagnosis
Next Steps
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. 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.
Next Steps
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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