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I had hemorrhoids when i was younger (age 14-19) now(age 23) it's gotten better havn't felt pain in a while but i can feel a piece of flesh coming out of my anus, do i have to get surgery to remove it
Mar 15, 2013

Dr. Ahmad Ghannoum Gastroenterology
look if there are any blood, i recommend you to see a surgery or a gastroenterologist.
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Dr. Edward Riachy Pediatric Surgery
Since you had hemorrhoids in the past, you could probably now be having what is called a "hemorrhoidal skin tag". This is a soft, shapeless mass of flesh or a flap of skin that forms as a result of an existing hemorrhoid that has healed. The skin tags form in and around the anus. Individuals may not even know they have hemorrhoidal skin tags unless they feel them while wiping after a bowel movement.

Individuals suffering itching due to hemorrhoidal skin tags can treat the condition with thorough cleaning of the affected area. Gentle cleansers, such as witch hazel or aloe vera extract, may help remove any trapped fecal matter. Unless the skin tags cause complications, there's no real need to remove them. However, if the skin tags lead to anxiety, severe itching and other hygienic issues, individuals may opt to have them removed on an out-patient basis using only a local anesthetic.
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