I have a painful swelling near my anus but no bleeding, is surgery the only option or can it be treated another way? Also what foods should I stay away from to help with this?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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It could be a perianal abscess or thrombosed pile; sitz baths, pain meds, and dietary changes help‚Äîsurgery is needed only if it worsens.

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