Question 1

gp said i had hemorrhoid. diet change/fiber/water, took miralax&colace for 2 weeks. reduced stool softeners & pain/blood return w/bm. continue w/meds?

Accepted Answer

Removal: If the hemorrhoids subside with the treatment you are taking, well and good, if not, you may consider getting the lesions removed.

Question 2

what kind of medicine i can use to cure my hemorrhoids with diet?

Accepted Answer

Psyllium Fiber: If you want to only care for this without any surgical intervention, then psyllium fiber or an equivalent is likely the best treatment for long term. Make sure you purchase unflavored psyllium. Start with a teaspoon a night mixed in 16 oz of water every night. 

Unless they are stuck out and causing significant pain or itching, surgery can usually be avoided.

Question 3

does your diet affect hemorrhoid flare-ups?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Low fiber and inadequate fluid intake as well as excessive caffeine and alcohol intake can contribute to constipation and hemorrhoidal symptoms. Chronic diarrhea can also aggravate the hemorrhoidal tissue. Try to avoid foods and habits that contribute to either.

Question 4

m58, could increase in meat in diet flare up hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Constipation will be the mechanism. Add some fruits and vege.

Question 5

what would be a good way for me to change my diet so i quit getting hemorrhoids all the time?

Accepted Answer

Diet and fluids: In general eating a high fiber diet and more importantly, drinking 80-100 ounces of non caffeinated, non alcoholic fluid per day, more if excercising vigorously, should be adequate enough to keep your hemorrhoids quiet. If in doubt or not successful instituting above, get them checked by a colorectal surgeon.

Question 6

could external and internal hemorrhoids be cured with diet and exercise ?

Accepted Answer

Improved, not cured: A good diet and exercise are helpful for many conditions.  Hemorrhoid symptoms are often related to bad bowel habits associated with poor fiber intake and inactivity.  Foods causing constipation and diarrhea do not help the situation.  Itching and irritation are often related to diet.  Protrusion can be decreased by less straining.  Bleeding must always be evaluated for other causes.

Question 7

i just finished hemorrhoid and fissure surgery 4days back im just having milk and yoghurt and water please let me know the diet andhow long to cure?

Accepted Answer

Regular diet: I tell my patients after this surgery to eat regular diet with high roughage but avoid constipation.

Question 8

i got rid of hemorrhoids by diet but all the sudden this huge one appeared last night  size of a gum ball an hurts worse then the ones i had for years?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: you probably describing a thrombosed external Hemorrhoid. Better have a surgeon look at it.

Question 9

sometimes mild bleeding from hemorrhoids. been eating more fruit/veg/fiber, drinking more water. its decreased 100%. is my diet change a good thing?

Accepted Answer

Sound good but eval: You need an evalaution by a gastroenterologist since you have  seen  bleeding. Need to confirm if it is hemorrhoid

Question 10

my hemorrhoids went away by diet a gumball sized one popped up last night more painful than yrs i've dealt with them can't afford doc visit?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoid : You might have a thrombosed hemorrhoid, which can be very painful. A perirectal abscess can also give you similar symptoms. You should be evaluated by a physician. Sitz baths in the mean time can help with the discomfort.

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Gp said i had hemorrhoid. diet change/fiber/water, took miralax&colace for 2 weeks. reduced stool softeners & pain/blood return w/bm. continue w/meds?

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What kind of medicine i can use to cure my hemorrhoids with diet?

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Does your diet affect hemorrhoid flare-ups?

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M58, could increase in meat in diet flare up hemorrhoids?

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What would be a good way for me to change my diet so i quit getting hemorrhoids all the time?

A member asked:

Could external and internal hemorrhoids be cured with diet and exercise ?

A member asked:

I just finished hemorrhoid and fissure surgery 4days back im just having milk and yoghurt and water please let me know the diet andhow long to cure?

A member asked:

I got rid of hemorrhoids by diet but all the sudden this huge one appeared last night size of a gum ball an hurts worse then the ones i had for years?

A member asked:

Sometimes mild bleeding from hemorrhoids. been eating more fruit/veg/fiber, drinking more water. its decreased 100%. is my diet change a good thing?

A member asked:

My hemorrhoids went away by diet a gumball sized one popped up last night more painful than yrs i've dealt with them can't afford doc visit?

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