what is this it really hurts

[chris103]

hi forabout the last week the right side of my anal cavity has been hurting really bad...when i sit...stand up...walk anything i tryed seeing whats wrong by touching near the pain area an there is like a larger lump/swollen area about 3/4 inch long from my rectom to 3/4 inchs out please help, what is this???

[Carol in PA]

Chris,
My first guess would be a hemorrhoid.
Here is an article from Wikipedia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemorrhoid

If this does not improve, you should see your family doctor.

Carol

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Are you having any other associated symptoms of bleeding, itching, mucoid discharge, etc?

This could be secondary to anal fissures, hemorrhoids, warts due to human papillloma virus, moles, or in rare cases due to rectal cancer.

'An anal fissure is an unnatural crack or tear in the anus skin. As a fissure, these tiny tears may show as bright red rectal bleeding and cause severe periodic pain after defecation.'

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anal_fissure

and

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/anal-fissure/DS00762

'Symptoms of external hemorrhoids may include painful swelling or a hard lump around the anus that results when a blood clot forms. This condition is known as a thrombosed external hemorrhoid.

In addition, excessive straining, rubbing, or cleaning around the anus may cause irritation with bleeding and/or itching, which may produce a vicious cycle of symptoms. Draining mucus may also cause itching.'

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hemorrhoid

It would be best to consult a surgeon for your symptoms to find out the cause of your complaints.

Till then you could try eating a high-fiber diet, using stool softener, taking pain killer and having a sitz bath for your symptoms. Apply calamine lotion at the site, keep the area clean and well moisturized, wear lose, comfortable clothes and maintain good personal hygiene.

Let us know if you need any other information. Post us about how you are doing.

Regards.