Question 1

are there effective over-the-counter medication to reduce a hemorrhoid outbreak?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you have a hemorrhoid problem and are helped by over the counter meds, you probably do not have a serious hemorrhoid problem. Prescription hemorrhoid meds help, but there is no substitute for proper dieet and fluid intake to treat or prevent hemorrhoid symptoms.

Question 2

are there effective over-the-counter medication to reduce hemorrhoid pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Over the counter steroid creams and preparations of Benzocaine (especially mixed together) when applied on, around, and up the rectum can significantly help hemorrhoid pain (usually).

Question 3

i have an infected hemorrhoid that leaks puss. over the counter medication or go to the doctor?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: If you are concerned about an infection, over the counter products will not be effective. If there is pus or infection, see a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 4

what kind of doctor should i see for hemorrhoids? i am a woman and suspect i have hemorrhoids because my anus itches all the time. i've tried over-the-counter medications (tucks), and have changed my diet to make sure i am getting plenty of fiber and wate

Accepted Answer

Either : Either of these providers should be able to help you sort out what's going on.  Other things that can cause anal itching are parasitic infections and, ironically, broken off hairs from too much scratching.

I would suggest that you make an appointment with whichever physician can get you in sooner, and while you wait, try using some Hydrocortisone cream twice a day. Also, just in case this is an infection, be scrupulous about washing your hands after scratching, using the toilet, etc.  Otherwise, you may keep the infestation going (and spread it to others) by transferring parasite eggs under your fingernails.

Question 5

what is the best over-the-counter med for external hemorrhoids ?

Accepted Answer

Celery: External hemorroids are engorged veins around the anus. The most common cause is increased pressure during defecation from constipation. Otc remedies are of little or no proven benefit. Increased dietary fiber and lots of water makes stooling easier and will help. Painful thrombosed hemorrhoids should be seen by a doctor. Hemorroids from liver cirrhosis must be seen by your doctor asap.

Question 6

which home remediess or over-the-counter treatment are considered the best for hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

High fiber: A high fiber diet. Tucks (witch hazel) medicated pads per directions on them. Drink lots of water. Walk a lot.

Question 7

what medicine can i buy over the counter for hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Anusol -HC supposito: also Miralax adn DSS to give you regular soft Bms.
Don't forget plenty of water, fiber from fruits and vegitables

Question 8

are there any good over-the-counter medicine for internal hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Yes: First line treatment of hemorrhoids involves stool softeners, a healthy high fiber diet to bulk stools, possible suggestion of lubricants to ease the passage of hard stools, sitz baths ( warm water) to ease discomfort and swelling, gentle hygiene with moistened tp or medicated wipes--all otc, not brand name specific and widely available anywhere. If symptoms persist, see your doc for other rx!

Question 9

what do i do to get rid of an external hemorrhoid at home without over-the-counter cream?

Accepted Answer

If not thrombosed: Or clotted, bed rest for 24-48 hours with feet above hips, warm tub soaks for 15 -20 minutes 3-4 times per day and sometimes ice pack for 5 minutes at a time will usually work. If thrombosed and hard to the touch might consider incision and drainage by  colorectal surgeon in the office to shorten the time of discomfort and swelling and bleeding.

Question 10

external hemorrhoid right outside anus, it's not hard & no pain, but bleeds.been there a long while.over the counter treatments for it please?

Accepted Answer

Treat constipation: For hemorrhoids i would use a stool softener to keep stools runnier. Also, it will decompress the bowel and allow the hemorrhoids to start to shrink. I would use any over the counter hemorrhoid medication. They all work reasonably well. Finally, i would use a step stool in the bathroom to keep knees above hips while on the toilet to minimize straining.

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What kind of doctor should i see for hemorrhoids? i am a woman and suspect i have hemorrhoids because my anus itches all the time. i've tried over-the-counter medications (tucks), and have changed my diet to make sure i am getting plenty of fiber and wate

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What is the best over-the-counter med for external hemorrhoids ?

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Which home remediess or over-the-counter treatment are considered the best for hemorrhoids?

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What medicine can i buy over the counter for hemorrhoids?

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Are there any good over-the-counter medicine for internal hemorrhoids?

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What do i do to get rid of an external hemorrhoid at home without over-the-counter cream?

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External hemorrhoid right outside anus, it's not hard & no pain, but bleeds.been there a long while.over the counter treatments for it please?

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