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Red And Sore Patch Of Skin Near Anus. What Could It Be?
I am a married, monogamous 49 yr woman. I do have herpes and take valtrex daily. In the last few days I have noticed a red, extremely sore patch of skin near my anus that feels like a bad paper cut when wiping. It is not a herpes outbreak , I know that. What could it be? I have had a completely gynecological work up within the last 3 mos. Also, I am post menopausal. Thank you.
Mon, 7 Oct 2013
Hi
It could be sentiel pile,skin tag near anus caused by Fissure in ano,a crack like condition in the anus .IT occurs due to passage of hard stools or constipation.
It is not related to herpes.
Please eat high fiber diet,drink plenty of fluids.
I prescribe Sucralfate with lignocaine/Diltiazem ointment to my patients with similar complaints for anal application.
If it is not subsiding with medical treatment,consult a surgeon and proceed accordingly.
Wish you good health
Regards
It could be sentiel pile,skin tag near anus caused by Fissure in ano,a crack like condition in the anus .IT occurs due to passage of hard stools or constipation.
It is not related to herpes.
Please eat high fiber diet,drink plenty of fluids.
I prescribe Sucralfate with lignocaine/Diltiazem ointment to my patients with similar complaints for anal application.
If it is not subsiding with medical treatment,consult a surgeon and proceed accordingly.
Wish you good health
Regards
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