What causes small lump on the outer wall of anus?
Patient: hi I have a small lump on the outer wall of my anus next to, but not on the sphincter o the left side of it. What could it be? and, What can I do about it? It is not a hemorrhoid, I think, I had it there for a while and it seems that I did something that cut it or something because it feels like it s open, it does not hurt, it feels more like a sting, from a small cut. Doctor: Hi ! Good morning. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Although it needs to be examined physically to reach at a diagnosis, I have got a strong feeling that it could be starting of a fistula in ano, and sooner or later you might get pain in it due to super added infection. I would advise you to get it clinically assessed by a general surgeon in your area for a proper diagnosis and appropriate management.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.