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Offline PositivelyYours

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Anal Tag
« on: August 06, 2007, 08:24:03 pm »
Hello Everyone,

I hope everyone is doing well.   I am doing okay, but I have noticed a tag on my anal area.  I am not sure what it is but do plan to visit my doctor.  I would like to know if anyone else have had such experience? Did you have your doctor take a look at it? How did he treat you? Any information you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
PositivelyYours

Diagnosed: 08/10/2006
08/31/06 CD4:240/VL:39,000
09/12/06 CD4:359/VL:50,000
11/16/06 CD4:509/VL:76,000 (Flu Shot)
02/13/07 CD4:270/VL:69,000
02/17/07 Developed the Shingles
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09/18/07 CD4:372/VL:27,000
10/09/07 Took Flu Shot
12/18/07 CD4:408/VL:85,000
03/18/08 CD4:394/VL:116,000 (Still No Meds)
05/22/08 CD4:412/VL:63,000
08/13/08 CD4:362/VL:67,000
09/23/08 Took Flu Shot
10/15/08 CD4:340/VL:54,000
11/14/08 Started Atripla @ 9:45 p.m.
1/30/09 CD4:641/VL:<48 Copies
5/07/09 CD4:667/VL: Undetectable
12/02/09 CD4:759/VL: Undetectable
03/05/10 CD4:537/VL: Undetectable
03/16/10 Rec'd TB Skin Test, Pneumonia & Hep B Vac
04/15/10 Hep B & Tetanus Vac
6/10 CD4: 748 VL: Undet.

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #1 on: August 06, 2007, 11:27:29 pm »
Something hanging outside? Could be so many things, from a small fissure to warts to hemorrhoids to scab, the only way you will know is to have this checked by your doctor. Does it hurt?

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #2 on: August 07, 2007, 12:40:41 pm »
I have something like that going on. They come and go but when they are here, they itch like hell. I haven't been to my doc about it because it's embarrassing to have him looking at my ass. I know it sounds stupid but that's how I feel. Funny, I don't feel this way about my gyn.... ???
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Offline Carolann

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #3 on: August 07, 2007, 01:12:21 pm »
I do not know exactly what you mean. Is the tag bar coded? Just kidding. It is most likely an external hemmie as they hang out when they get large. These rarely get better with no intervention, so I agree with Queenie that you should get it checked out by the butt doc. I had my internal ones banded and have gotten some relief from the pain. The itching can feel like there is a colony of worms having a 1999 celebration up there though. Queenie, get it taken care of! They will most likely refer you to a butt doc that you may not have to develop an intimate relationship with after he looks up there and does his deed. I have not seen mine since. He did me and did not even call. Can you believe that?

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #4 on: August 07, 2007, 01:18:33 pm »
It could also be just a simple skin tag. Get it looked at!

Ann
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Offline J.R.E.

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #5 on: August 07, 2007, 06:23:09 pm »
It could also be just a simple skin tag. Get it looked at!

Ann



Exactly. I get these( skin tags) on my neck periodically, and they are easily removed. In fact I have one now that has to be removed.  I would also get it checked out as soon as possible, and play it on the safe side.


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Offline PositivelyYours

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #6 on: August 07, 2007, 06:56:47 pm »
Hello,

It resembles a fissure more so than a hemmie.  It only hurt if I am getting screwed. LOL! Seriously, if I have a hard BM then it does rub up against it and cause bleeding and a stinging sensation.  Otherwise, it is not painful.  I agree with Queen - I don't like some doctor looking up my ass.  Anyways, I do plan to get it checked out.  Thanks for your response.




Something hanging outside? Could be so many things, from a small fissure to warts to hemorrhoids to scab, the only way you will know is to have this checked by your doctor. Does it hurt?

Milker.
PositivelyYours

Diagnosed: 08/10/2006
08/31/06 CD4:240/VL:39,000
09/12/06 CD4:359/VL:50,000
11/16/06 CD4:509/VL:76,000 (Flu Shot)
02/13/07 CD4:270/VL:69,000
02/17/07 Developed the Shingles
02/20/07 CD4:326/VL (Not Tested)
03/20/07 CD4:484/VL:54,000
06/19/07 CD4:488/VL:51,000
09/18/07 CD4:372/VL:27,000
10/09/07 Took Flu Shot
12/18/07 CD4:408/VL:85,000
03/18/08 CD4:394/VL:116,000 (Still No Meds)
05/22/08 CD4:412/VL:63,000
08/13/08 CD4:362/VL:67,000
09/23/08 Took Flu Shot
10/15/08 CD4:340/VL:54,000
11/14/08 Started Atripla @ 9:45 p.m.
1/30/09 CD4:641/VL:<48 Copies
5/07/09 CD4:667/VL: Undetectable
12/02/09 CD4:759/VL: Undetectable
03/05/10 CD4:537/VL: Undetectable
03/16/10 Rec'd TB Skin Test, Pneumonia & Hep B Vac
04/15/10 Hep B & Tetanus Vac
6/10 CD4: 748 VL: Undet.

Offline PositivelyYours

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #7 on: August 07, 2007, 07:03:35 pm »
Hello Everyone!

Thanks for all of your responses to my question regarding my Anal Tag.  It is a piece of skin that is attached to the anal opening.  Basically, if the anal area is slightly torn and begin to heal instead of growing back correctly - a tag is formed.  It is not painful most of the time, but it is kind of annoying because I am aware of its presence.  What type of doctor should I see? My family practitioner? My Infectious Diseases Doctor or my Gastroenterologist?  Any input you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
PositivelyYours

Diagnosed: 08/10/2006
08/31/06 CD4:240/VL:39,000
09/12/06 CD4:359/VL:50,000
11/16/06 CD4:509/VL:76,000 (Flu Shot)
02/13/07 CD4:270/VL:69,000
02/17/07 Developed the Shingles
02/20/07 CD4:326/VL (Not Tested)
03/20/07 CD4:484/VL:54,000
06/19/07 CD4:488/VL:51,000
09/18/07 CD4:372/VL:27,000
10/09/07 Took Flu Shot
12/18/07 CD4:408/VL:85,000
03/18/08 CD4:394/VL:116,000 (Still No Meds)
05/22/08 CD4:412/VL:63,000
08/13/08 CD4:362/VL:67,000
09/23/08 Took Flu Shot
10/15/08 CD4:340/VL:54,000
11/14/08 Started Atripla @ 9:45 p.m.
1/30/09 CD4:641/VL:<48 Copies
5/07/09 CD4:667/VL: Undetectable
12/02/09 CD4:759/VL: Undetectable
03/05/10 CD4:537/VL: Undetectable
03/16/10 Rec'd TB Skin Test, Pneumonia & Hep B Vac
04/15/10 Hep B & Tetanus Vac
6/10 CD4: 748 VL: Undet.

Offline Matty the Damned

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #8 on: August 07, 2007, 07:14:37 pm »
Well probably your family practitioner is the one to see here. If it needs more expert attention then he or she can make the appropriate referral. It may well be wise to have the dratted thing excised if you're a sexually active bottom or it's interfering with your bowel movements.

It's always a good idea to have your pooper checked out by a medical type from time to time. If not for sound clinical reasons then just for a giggle. ;)

MtD

Offline Carolann

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #9 on: August 07, 2007, 08:13:25 pm »
Though skin tags can grow in many places, they usually grow on the neck, torso, and groin area. They do not happen with tears in the anus. That seems to be something else. A butt doc would probably be able to enlighten you on what the best course of action would be. Do not be afraid, or shy as they are used to looking into the great beyond.   

Much luck,

CA

Offline PositivelyYours

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #10 on: August 07, 2007, 09:58:04 pm »
Hello Carolann,

When you say butt doctor, exactly what kind of doctor are  you speaking of? 

Though skin tags can grow in many places, they usually grow on the neck, torso, and groin area. They do not happen with tears in the anus. That seems to be something else. A butt doc would probably be able to enlighten you on what the best course of action would be. Do not be afraid, or shy as they are used to looking into the great beyond.   

Much luck,

CA
PositivelyYours

Diagnosed: 08/10/2006
08/31/06 CD4:240/VL:39,000
09/12/06 CD4:359/VL:50,000
11/16/06 CD4:509/VL:76,000 (Flu Shot)
02/13/07 CD4:270/VL:69,000
02/17/07 Developed the Shingles
02/20/07 CD4:326/VL (Not Tested)
03/20/07 CD4:484/VL:54,000
06/19/07 CD4:488/VL:51,000
09/18/07 CD4:372/VL:27,000
10/09/07 Took Flu Shot
12/18/07 CD4:408/VL:85,000
03/18/08 CD4:394/VL:116,000 (Still No Meds)
05/22/08 CD4:412/VL:63,000
08/13/08 CD4:362/VL:67,000
09/23/08 Took Flu Shot
10/15/08 CD4:340/VL:54,000
11/14/08 Started Atripla @ 9:45 p.m.
1/30/09 CD4:641/VL:<48 Copies
5/07/09 CD4:667/VL: Undetectable
12/02/09 CD4:759/VL: Undetectable
03/05/10 CD4:537/VL: Undetectable
03/16/10 Rec'd TB Skin Test, Pneumonia & Hep B Vac
04/15/10 Hep B & Tetanus Vac
6/10 CD4: 748 VL: Undet.

Offline Matty the Damned

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #11 on: August 07, 2007, 10:02:28 pm »
I think she's referring to a proctologist, babe.

MtD

Offline Carolann

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #12 on: August 07, 2007, 10:11:17 pm »
Yes, Matty is correct,

In my case he was also a surgeon specializing in the removal of the offending tissue. My I.D. specialist did not even dare look. But it all depends on how your care system is structured. I saw a gastrointerologist for issues with the small and large intestines and they discovered the hemmies. The surgeon banded them and voila! Now I only have the itching to deal with.

CA

Offline PositivelyYours

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #13 on: August 07, 2007, 10:30:51 pm »
I guess I will have to see my family practitioner because there is not a proctologist listed under my insurance provider directory.

I think she's referring to a proctologist, babe.

MtD
PositivelyYours

Diagnosed: 08/10/2006
08/31/06 CD4:240/VL:39,000
09/12/06 CD4:359/VL:50,000
11/16/06 CD4:509/VL:76,000 (Flu Shot)
02/13/07 CD4:270/VL:69,000
02/17/07 Developed the Shingles
02/20/07 CD4:326/VL (Not Tested)
03/20/07 CD4:484/VL:54,000
06/19/07 CD4:488/VL:51,000
09/18/07 CD4:372/VL:27,000
10/09/07 Took Flu Shot
12/18/07 CD4:408/VL:85,000
03/18/08 CD4:394/VL:116,000 (Still No Meds)
05/22/08 CD4:412/VL:63,000
08/13/08 CD4:362/VL:67,000
09/23/08 Took Flu Shot
10/15/08 CD4:340/VL:54,000
11/14/08 Started Atripla @ 9:45 p.m.
1/30/09 CD4:641/VL:<48 Copies
5/07/09 CD4:667/VL: Undetectable
12/02/09 CD4:759/VL: Undetectable
03/05/10 CD4:537/VL: Undetectable
03/16/10 Rec'd TB Skin Test, Pneumonia & Hep B Vac
04/15/10 Hep B & Tetanus Vac
6/10 CD4: 748 VL: Undet.

Offline Matty the Damned

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #14 on: August 07, 2007, 10:34:46 pm »
That's exactly what you should do. Your family doctor will know which specialist (if any) you need to be referred to.

MtD

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #15 on: August 08, 2007, 02:06:50 am »
Hmm, with mine, one minute they are there and itching like hell. Then there are times when they are gone..I figured they were roids cause don't those itch? I have an appointment next month with my primary doctor, I will have him take a look.
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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #16 on: August 08, 2007, 03:58:10 am »
Ok so whatever it is, it shouldn't be there, basically, and being a bottom you can make it worse, so get your general practitioner to look at it, then s/he can make a referral to a butt specialist if needed. Don't try to diagnose it yourself, and stop getting anal sex until this is looked at and diagnosed.

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Re: Anal Tag
« Reply #17 on: August 08, 2007, 05:49:43 am »
Warts can be itchy little bastards sometimes too. ~sigh~

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