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What do hemorrhoids look like?

Tmi but I've never experienced having hemorrhoids. Is it only on the anus area? I took an Epsom soak a few days ago now I have what look like swollen lumps but between crack area (sorry). It hurts like hell when I sit,wipe or stand and walk. Could this be hemorrhoids? I'm in so much pain
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I work for a colon and rectal surgeon. Do NOT use Epsom salt. Just soak in luke warm water for 10 - 20mins 2x a day and after a bowel movement. Your Dr. Can prescribe suppositories and cream or u can get I've the counter calmol 4 suppositories. Hope this helps. Also try to up your Fiber. I take a colace stool softener everyday to or prevent hems. And don't strain.
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They are only at the anus. I would suggest googling hemorrhoids and then bending down to look and see if they look similar.
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