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  • male
  • 40 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I noticed a small bump near my rectum but it's not painful or causing any issues. I had a piles surgery before with Dr Srushti at Navjeevan hospital. What could this be and how can I treat it?

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I've been dealing with piles for about 4 years now most days it's manageable but sometimes the pain gets really bad. Are there any non-surgical treatments or lifestyle changes that could help reduce the flare-ups?

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