I've been having sharp pain in my anus and it's gotten so bad I can't even sit properly. My doctor recommended surgery but I'm really nervous about it. On top of that, I've been dealing with constipation and it's messing up my sleep. Is surgery the only option or are there other things I can try first?

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Answered 14/08/2025

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