I've had this small skin tag near my anus for about 23 years. It's not a hemorrhoid because it doesnt hurt, but it does swell up a bit during bowel movements. Im really curious to know if this is actually a skin tag or if it could be something else. Also, how can I get it removed?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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consult general surgeon for physical examination

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Consult a Dermatologist

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Answered 25/07/2025

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I'm dealing with this painful boil, a baltod, on my left leg just below the knee. It's really hurting and I can't even walk properly or keep my leg straight. Could you please tell me what I can do about it?

Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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I had eye herpes a while back in October 2016, and since then I've been left with these scars on my forehead. It's been about four months now. I've been using Demelan cream twice a day, and at night, I apply Aziderm cream for about 15 minutes. Is there anything else I should be doing, or do you think this routine will eventually help with the scars? I'm a bit worried and would love some advice.

Fractional lasers can be of help to u

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I've been dealing with a stubborn boil on my butt and it got really inflamed and red, so my doctor put me on antibiotics for five days. The swelling has gone down since then, but the boil isn't completely healed yet. It still oozes a bit of pus and blood when I squeeze it, though it's almost flat now. I'm just a bit worried because it's taking longer to heal than I expected. Do you think this is normal? Should I be doing anything else to help it heal completely?

That will heal don't try to squeeze it, consume balanced diet

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