Hemorrhoids differential diagnosis
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Younes M.B.B.CH [2]
Overview
Symptoms associated with rectal cancer, anal fissure, anal abscess, anal fistula, and other diseases may be similar to those produced by hemorrhoids and may be reduced by the topical analgesic methods described above. For this reason, it is a good idea to consult with a physician when these symptoms are encountered, particularly for the first time, and periodically should the problem continue. In the US, colonoscopy is recommended as a general diagnostic for those over age 50 (40 with family history of bowel cancers); a clear (normal) scope is good for 10 years.
Differentiating Hemorrhoids from other Diseases
- Anal fissure or fistula
- Condylomata acuminata
- External skin tag
- Hypertrophied anal papilla
- Perirectal abscess
- Rectal cavernous hemangioma
- Rectal or anal cancer
- Rectal polyp
- Rectal prolapse
- Rectal varices