Is it common to find a hard, painful lump in the analrectal region if someone has hemorrhoids? My girlfriend, who is 38, has this and she's going for a colonoscopy on Tuesday. How long does it usually take for this kind of lump to go away?

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A hard, painful lump in the analrectal area can be a common symptom of external hemorrhoids, and it's usually a sign of a blood clot or thrombosis, which can be painful, but typically resolves on its own within 7-10 days, however, since your girlfriend is undergoing a colonoscopy, it's essential to discuss this symptom with her surgeon to rule out other possible causes and determine the best course of treatment.

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