I get a small lump in my anus during my periods, and it is painful and irritating. Why?

Hello,

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Firstly I would like to assure you that you do not have to worry. Your stress and tension contribute to the problem and might make it seem worse. There is a huge impact of psychological state on any physical condition. So first and foremost you need to relax. Secondly, as you mentioned, you had consulted a doctor and got it examined, and it was nothing serious. It would help if you stopped worrying about it. I have not seen the lump, and I would request you to include images of the same so that I can give a look at it and help you through it. You need to understand that having a lumpy mass in the anal area is normal and is part of our physique. It is not unusual. I would like to know if there have been episodes of bleeding from the area.

As far as the irritation is concerned, you need to ensure a good diet, including:

1) Consume three to four liters of water per day. It would help in easy digestion and regular bowel movements.

2) Increase the number of vegetables and fruits in your diet.

3) Do not consume too much meat especially red meat. You could definitely have fish as it is rich in omega-three fatty acids and is very good for your health.

4) Have detox drinks like lemon and honey in warm water.

5) Another effective way of getting rid of irritation is to sit in a tub of warm water with salt for about 15 minutes twice daily. It is referred to as sitz bath in our terms and is very effective.

6) Start using Vitamin C 500 mg twice daily for a month.

Now, about irregular menstruation:

1) Have you undergone a uterine scan? If not, you need to get a scan.

2) Carry out a thyroid test including TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), T3, T4 at a laboratory.

3) The above tests would help rule out any pathology that could contribute to irregular menstruation and excessive weight gain.

Do not be worried or stressed out.