1. Community
  2. Skin and nails
  3. Dermatology

Small skin-tag like lumps around anus

Posted , 2 users are following.

Stevenko
Stevenko

I'm quite worried about these lumps that seem to be getting a little larger, but slowly. I'm not very sexually active and not sure where they could have possibly come from.

image

image

0 likes, 3 replies

3 Replies

  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee Stevenko

    Posted

    They look like simple anal skin tags and are nothing to worry about. If they start to bother you then see your doctor who can give you advice on removal.

    • Stevenko
      Stevenko Marina_Dee

      Posted

      thanks for that!

      but would skin tags just appear like that, and multiple? ive never noticed them before until just a few weeks ago.

  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee Stevenko

    Posted

    If you have had them a long time ,which I thought, then I would say ignore them, but as you say you have only just noticed them they may be papillomatosis, which is not a problem in itself but can lead to other problems in the future.

    If you have had sex with anybody in your life there is always a risk of an STI, it doesnt matter if it was only infrequently.

    I'm afraid the only way you are going to get a definite diagnosis is to see a doctor who can biopsy one and advise about removal.

Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.