“Rectum problems?”
Hi, I am 19 and have always had problems going to the bathroom. I tend to push because it’s too hard. I was put on miralax due to having a fissure. Yesterday I noticed I was having pain and discomfort outside my anal and have a bulge sticking out that is discolored along with discharge. I have had this bulge since last year and that’s why I was also put on miralax. What could be wrong with me?
Female | 19 years old
Complaint duration: One day but history since I was younger
Medications: None
Conditions: None
3 Answers
This could be an infection or an external hemorrhoid. It’s important to get checked by a colon and rectal specialist.
It is really not possible to diagnose someone without seeing them. I suggest you see a Colon and Rectal Surgeon to be evaluated.
There are certain times when a chronic anal fissure can become infected an progress to an enlarged painful abscess which can involve the extra skin around the anus called an anal tag. This is can cause discomfort and discharge. If this is the case, an appointment should be made and addressed by your doctor.
Lynn M. O’Connor, MD MPH FACS FASCRS
Lynn M. O’Connor, MD MPH FACS FASCRS
