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Hemorrhoids
A lump at the anal opening
Swelling at anus
Lump near anus
A mass in the anus
Piles
Red and swollen anus
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What is Perianal Cyst?
These are fluid-filled sacs around the anus. There are several types which may arise from the skin, glands around the anus, and more rarely, certain cancers.
Typical Symptoms of Perianal Cyst
- Hemorrhoids or lumps around the anus
- Swelling in the affected area
- Pus from around the anus or anus itself
Diagnostic Questions for Perianal Cyst
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Do you have hemorrhoids or lumps around your anus?
- Do you have swelling in the affected area?
- Do you have pus around or in the anus?
Treatment of Perianal Cyst
No particular medical treatment is available for perianal cysts. Complete surgical excision is the treatment of choice.
Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
Content updated on Feb 19, 2025
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