Patient's question:
Recently, I don't know why there has been pus coming from my anus, and it has also been swollen and painful. It gets better for a while, then the pain returns. Could you please explain what internal hemorrhoids are and what external hemorrhoids are?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, if you can touch the hemorrhoid core outside the anus, this indicates external hemorrhoids. If the anal area is smooth and no swollen mass can be felt, but during digital rectal examination, hemorrhoid cores are found inside the anal canal, this indicates internal hemorrhoids. If there are swollen masses both internally and externally, this is called a mixed hemorrhoid. It is recommended that patients with hemorrhoids pay attention to a stable dietary habit, avoid fried, spicy, and irritating foods, and quit smoking and drinking. They should also eat more fresh fruits and vegetables.