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Bumps

Discussion in 'Physical & Sexual Health' started by Rooboo, Feb 12, 2016.

  1. Rooboo

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    Hi guys!

    Recently (3/4 weeks) I have discovered this large growth on/inside my anal area which I've been extremely anxious and worried about, as well as embarrassed. I've been feeling really down and anxious about it and came up for support and maybe some clarity or experience of others who have had similar symptoms.

    I attended the GUM clinic and the man told me if was probably piles without analysing them, simply through my description of the bumps. I'm worried that I may have contracted HPV, however this may just be my head hyping up the problem. The bumps themselves are flesh coloured, however there is a purple bruise/stress mark around the anal area due to their presence, which inclines me to believe it may simply be piles. However, there is no blood, and very little pain, which makes me think otherwise!

    I know I should just go to the doctor and get it checked, but I am scared to do so. Has anyone experienced similar symptoms to these and thought they had something really serious but in fact it was just piles? Also, if it is piles, does anyone know how long they usually last for before the veins/damage settles down? Thanks in advance for any responses!
     
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  2. localfwbguy

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    Hey bud, sorry your dealing with this...hopefully it's resolved since this post is old. I am currently in the middle of a potential Herpes scare in the same area. I went to the ER and had 2 docs check me out...fuck it not the first time a man has seen my hole. The desire for relief from the anxiety really killed my shyness. Neither one could give me a definite "yay or nay" to the herpes. Had my blood taken for a test, seeing a specialist This week. Don't suffer to long, the anxiety is a bitch...get checked out. Good luck.