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Question: I am bleeding from the back passage after passing a motion. Is th serious?
Bleeding of this nature is most commonly caused by piles. These are dilated veins that are caused by constipation and straining. When hard motions are passed, the small veins around the anus become damaged and become thin walled and swollen. Further [...]

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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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