Question

A three-year-old child experienced anal pain during defecation and discovered a small red flesh tumor, about the size of a millet grain, in front of the anal opening. What kind of condition is this? How should it be treated? Could it be an external hemorrhoid, and can such a young child have one?

Answer

Hemorrhoids are vascular clusters located at the bottom of the anal rectum, which can be classified into internal hemorrhoids, external hemorrhoids, and mixed hemorrhoids. They are formed by the expansion and twisting of venous plexuses under the anal mucosa. For cases where a small flesh tumor outside the anal opening is found, here are several dietary remedies to consider:

  1. Boil black fungus with persimmon cakes to help regulate Qi and blood, alleviate pain, and is suitable for external hemorrhoids with skin breaks.
  2. Boil fresh water chestnuts with brown sugar to have a cooling and nourishing effect, suitable for internal hemorrhoids.
  3. Boil yellow eel to benefit Qi, activate blood circulation, and eliminate dampness, helpful in controlling anal bleeding. Please note that these suggestions cannot replace professional medical advice. If there are any doubts or symptoms persist, seek medical assistance promptly.