I have a small lump by the entrance of my anus. Its like flesh colour and its soft. Although when I walk a lot or am on my feet for too long it gets a bit bigger in size, a bit harder and a little irritated. Ive had this for a while but it never really bothered me till recently. What can it be and is it serious?
Hello! Thank you for the query. Such lump is most likely a hemorrhoid. It's a kind of enlarged vein of the anus. It is usually soft and has dark red/purple color. Can be painless however in case of inflammation becomes swollen and really painful. Bleeding can also appear. The main reason of hemorrhoids is diet and lack of physical activity. That is why I suggest you to improve your diet (avoid fatty foods, increase fiber rich products). In a meanwhile please consult the surgeon. The only permanent solution for hemorrhoids is surgery. Hope this will help. Regards.