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 recurring anal fissures for the past six months and the pain makes sitting unbearable at times There's also a skin tag near the back and the fissures seem to surround it Can both the fissure and skin tag be removed in one surgery How long does the healing usually take after that

Fissure and skin tag can be treated together with laser or surgical excision; healing takes 2‚Äì4 weeks typically.

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I have first stage piles and struggle with hard bowel movements. My doctor recommended enlarging the anal canal without operating on the piles. I'm a bit confused is this procedure safe and effective for my condition? What should I expect if I go through with it?

Anal canal dilation can help early piles; it‚Äôs a safe, non-surgical outpatient option if properly done.

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I've been dealing with piles for a while now and my doctor recommended surgery but I'm really nervous about it - is surgery the only option or are there other treatments I could try first

For advanced cases (Grade III and IV) or when non-surgical methods fail, surgical intervention may be the best option. Common surgical procedures include: Hemorrhoidectomy: This involves the complete removal of hemorrhoids and is highly effective for severe cases.

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