Medical Questions & Answers

Question: I have a very dark red, sometimes purplish colour ring around the opening of my anus. I’m too scared to go to the doctor in case it might be cancer. I’m extremely worried I’m going to die!
There are many possible explanations for the discolouration around your anus, that vary from dermatitis, to fungal infections [...]

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Question: In what way can piles be treated? I suffer terribly from this embarrassing condition.
Initial treatment involves creams or suppositories that soothe and shrink the piles. There are many types of creams available, some from chemists and others on prescription.
If these are not successful, the next step may be a simple incision of a thrombosed [...]

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