Question 1

it is ok if i push back in a hemorrhoid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, if it goes back easily then there is no problem. You will not hurt anything by pushing it back.  Many people have hemorrhoids that come out during a bowel movement. However if it becomes "stuck" outside, hard throbbing and very painful it may have thrombosed. While this will go away eventually by itself, most people prefer to seek immediate relief with medical attention.

Question 2

i'm a 23 year old male. my hemorrhoids keep coming out every time i sit down on the toilet to go. i have to push it back in constantly is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No : This is not normal.  You need to see a physician to get started on a good bowel regime to give the hemorrhoids a chance to heal.  This would include stool softeners, high fiber, sitz baths, and possible topical creams.  If these measures fail, surgery could be considered.

Question 3

might hemorrhoids come back after being pushed in?

Accepted Answer

Likely: Hemorrhoids are normal veins near the anal opening. Avoid constipation or sitting too long with straining at the toilet. Drink more liquids, eat more fiber foods of fruits and vegetables, hemorrhoids may become lees irritated.

Question 4

does preparation h help hemorrhoids go back in place?

Accepted Answer

treats not cures: There are several formulations of preparation h - some products have phenylephrine, a drug that constricts blood vessels, as active ingredient, in a 0.25% concentration, others have hydrocortisone, in a 1% concentration, which reduces inflammation and swelling.  None cure hemorrhoids, but does decrease the acute discomfort and swelling.

Question 5

how can i tell the difference between a hemorrhoid and an enlarged prostate?

Accepted Answer

Examination: A hemorrhoid is an enlargement of the veins around the anus. This can be seen at the opening of the anus or may slightly internal to the opening of the anus. Prostate swelling is further in but is not related to the hemorrhoid and is not part of the colon.

Question 6

will going back to work one week after a hemorrhoid surgery affect my recovery ?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Depending what you do at work, going back to work early probably won't effect the results of your surgery.  It may depend upon how your recovery is proceeding.  You should discuss this with your surgeon.

Question 7

will going back to work one week after hemorrhoid surgery affect my recovery time?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Unless you job requires prolonged standing or heavy lifting (over 25 pounds) going back to work in a week should be okay.  You can help the doctor determine by how you feel and your knowledge of what the job requires. You may still have a sense of urgency, so the availability of toilet facilities may also detern=mine how soon you return to work.

Question 8

what can i do for  external hemorrhoid at home . it's painful. i try to push it back in but that doesn't work . not bleeding . ?

Accepted Answer

May be thrombosed: A thrombosed hemorrhoid occurs when the blood vessel within the hemorrhoid becomes clotted.  It then becomes swollen and painful.  The natural history is that the blood clot will eventually dissolve, but it will often takes 2 wks or more.  Sitting in a tub of warm water may help with pain, as sell as Proctofoam.  But I see a lot of pts who have tried these without relief and they request operation

Question 9

how can i differentiate between external hemorrhoid and prolapsed internal hemorrhoid (grade 4)? since both of them cannot be pushed back in.

Accepted Answer

Difficult : Does the protrusion come from above or below the dentate anal line. Sometimes obscure even to colorectal or general surgeon!
If prolapsing and bleeding see GI or surgeon for treatment

Question 10

4 yr. ago i had hemorrhoid surgery. now i have an hemorrhoid in the same place, is there anything i can to at home to make it shrink back to normal?

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Yes: There are many over the counter hemorrhoid ointments that contain a steroid and another medication to help constrict the blood vessels and reduce the inflammation. Just go to your local pharmacy and the pharmacist can point out your options. Don't forget to take a stool softener, eat plenty of fiber and drink plenty of water.

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Will going back to work one week after hemorrhoid surgery affect my recovery time?

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What can i do for external hemorrhoid at home . it's painful. i try to push it back in but that doesn't work . not bleeding . ?

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How can i differentiate between external hemorrhoid and prolapsed internal hemorrhoid (grade 4)? since both of them cannot be pushed back in.

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4 yr. ago i had hemorrhoid surgery. now i have an hemorrhoid in the same place, is there anything i can to at home to make it shrink back to normal?

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