Why is the anus swollen? Analysis of popular health topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, topics related to "anal enlargement" have become popular in major health forums and search engines, becoming one of the health focuses of public attention. This article will combine the hot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to analyze the common causes, symptoms and countermeasures of anal enlargement, and provide structured data reference.
1. Hot list of anal health topics on the Internet in the past 10 days

| Ranking | keywords | Search volume trends | Main focus groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Causes of anal swelling and pain | ↑35% | Office workers aged 25-40 |
| 2 | Hemorrhoid self-examination method | ↑28% | postpartum women |
| 3 | Perianal abscess symptoms | ↑22% | teenage male |
| 4 | Anus care methods | ↑18% | elderly group |
2. Analysis of common causes of anal enlargement
According to recent statistics from the anorectal outpatient clinics of tertiary hospitals, the main causes of anal enlargement are distributed as follows:
| Cause type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Hemorrhoids (internal/external hemorrhoids) | 58% | Bleeding during defecation and swelling in the anus |
| perianal abscess | 23% | severe pain, localized fever |
| anal fissure | 12% | Cutting pain during defecation |
| other reasons | 7% | Including anal fistula, rectal prolapse, etc. |
3. Anal health misunderstandings that have been hotly discussed recently
1."Anal swelling and pain are hemorrhoids":Experts recently pointed out that about 30% of patients who self-diagnose hemorrhoids actually have other anorectal diseases, and delayed treatment may aggravate the condition.
2."The longer the sitz bath time, the better":The "one-hour sitz bath method" that is popular on the Internet has been proven to be able to damage the perianal skin barrier. Professionals recommend that each session should not exceed 15 minutes.
3."Plasters can cure the disease":The latest consumption reminder from the Food and Drug Administration points out that some Internet celebrity hemorrhoid creams are suspected of exaggerated publicity, and serious cases still require surgical treatment.
4. Suggestions for scientifically dealing with anal enlargement
1.Guidelines for grading symptom management:
| Symptom level | Recommended actions |
|---|---|
| Mild (occasional swelling and pain) | Adjust diet + warm water sitz bath |
| Moderate (persistent discomfort) | Drug intervention + specialist examination |
| Severe (fever/bleeding) | seek medical attention immediately |
2.Recently proven effective prevention methods:
• Daily intake of more than 25g of dietary fiber (the "laxative recipe" that is hotly discussed on the Internet has more than 2 million views)
• Avoid using your phone for a long time while going to the toilet (latest research shows that going to the toilet for more than 10 minutes increases the risk by 40%)
• People in the office get up and move around every hour (the topic #久久狠# has been read 120 million times)
5. Warning symptoms that require immediate medical attention
According to recent medical big data analysis, you must seek medical treatment within 24 hours when the following situations occur:
• The anal mass is >2cm in diameter and continues to grow
• Accompanied by fever above 38°C
• Squirting bleeding during defecation
• Darkening of the skin around the anus (recent reports of 3 cases of necrotizing fasciitis have raised concerns)
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023. It integrates multiple information sources such as Baidu Index, Weibo hot searches, and health platform consultation data, and is for reference only. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific diagnosis and treatment.
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