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What Causes Swelling Between The Buttocks?
Question: Hello, I have a swelling in between my buttocks, it's sore to the touch and sore wothout being touched, I have been in a lot of pain for about four days now. You can not see any swelling or bumps or anything. What Might this be and how should I treat it?
Brief Answer:
Better to get examined
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
According to your description the possibilities are:
-Anal fissure, internal hemorrhoids, intra rectal abscess etc.
They can cause pain without any visible swelling outside.
-Folliculitis, external hemorrhoids, abscess on the skin etc.
These can cause pain with visible swelling.
As you are having pain since 4 days, better to consult general surgeon once and get examined.
By examination the exact cause of the pain can be identified and treated.
Take care.
Better to get examined
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
According to your description the possibilities are:
-Anal fissure, internal hemorrhoids, intra rectal abscess etc.
They can cause pain without any visible swelling outside.
-Folliculitis, external hemorrhoids, abscess on the skin etc.
These can cause pain with visible swelling.
As you are having pain since 4 days, better to consult general surgeon once and get examined.
By examination the exact cause of the pain can be identified and treated.
Take care.
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