Question 1

hi i have what i think is prolapse hemorrhoid ..its not painful but tingles and when it swells i get pressure no blood  ..it swells more through the night ..what is the best otc  treatment in the uk thanks?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: If you're experiencing pressure&amp;swelling from hemorrhoids your pharmacist can recommend hemorrhoid shrinking ointment. If itching is also a symptom an ointment containing corticosteroid would be helpful. Sitting in hot water also soothes hemorrhoid symptoms. Keep stools soft with fiber,fluid intake &amp;stool softener If not improved a proctologist is best to evaluate, treat,&amp; follow you.

Question 2

i have a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid, it is not painful anymore, i have no blood in my stools...with the right diet and water intake how long do they normally take to shrink...in my third week now...the pain stopped after a week or so so i do not think

Accepted Answer

About a week: Things should resolve in a week.  Keed hydrated and keep up with your fibre- apples are in season, and great source of fiber.

Question 3

are hemorrhoids painful?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: External hemorrhoids usually hurt and occassionally bleed, internal hemorrhoids usually bleed without pain unless they prolapse to the outside. Prolapsed internal hemorrhoids are not external hemorrhoids and are treated differently than true external hemorrhoids. Bleeding and pain is often a fissure. Get a colon and rectal surgeon to evaluate it properly.

Question 4

how do you treat painful hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Anusol,stool softene: you need to locally apply anusol hc.also take a stool softener daily so there is no pushing or pressure

Question 5

what is use for painful hemorrhoids?

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Hemorrhoids: When hemorrhoids are very painful, a thrombosed hemorrhoid is suspected and removal of the blood clot is often required for relief. A proctologist or colorectal surgeon are best to evaluate and treat you. Meanwhile apply warm compresses and apply an ointment like anusol,or nupercaineone or one that your pharmacist can recommend.

Question 6

could use expert help with why i have these painful hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Water, diet, walking: Hemorrhoids are a common problem, which result from increased pressure in the veins of the anus causing the veins to swell, making them itchy and painful (especially if the hemorrhoid clots, also known as thrombosis).  The pain is from stretching the lining of the anal canal from the engorged hemorrhoids.  Treatment is directed at treating the underlying cause for hemorrhoids.

Question 7

im 23 year old male with painful hemorrhoids. what do you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Bed rest: Warm tub soaks for 15-20 minuts, hi fiber diet, 80-100 ounces of caffeine free /alcohol free fluid daily. If not better in 24-48 hours see a colorectal surgeon.

Question 8

what do you recommend if i have a grade 1 internal hemorrhoid and it is very painful. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Grade 1: Internal hemorrhoids do not hurt! this is probably an anal fissure due to hard stool or following a bout of diarrhea. See a colon and rectal surgeon for confirmation and treatment.

Question 9

what are potential complications of painful external hemorrhoid if it doesnt go away with home remedies after 10 days?

Accepted Answer

: It could rupture and cause bleeding. It could get clotted and also could infected and form an abscess.

Question 10

i've had a feeling of being full. theres pressure but it didn't hurt til now  it's been 3 weeks last two days painful internal hemorrhoid?

Accepted Answer

Possible thrombosis: It is possible your swollen hemorrhoid a have thrombosis.  Seek medical evaluation as evacuation of the thrombus provides excellent relief in the first 72 hours.

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Hi i have what i think is prolapse hemorrhoid ..its not painful but tingles and when it swells i get pressure no blood ..it swells more through the night ..what is the best otc treatment in the uk thanks?

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What do you recommend if i have a grade 1 internal hemorrhoid and it is very painful. is this normal?

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I've had a feeling of being full. theres pressure but it didn't hurt til now it's been 3 weeks last two days painful internal hemorrhoid?

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