Question 1

how to cure hemrrhoids?

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Fiber: Regular soft stools can help.  Try fiber supplements.

Question 2

what is the best medicine for haemerrhoids?

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Hydrocortisone : There are several prescription Hydrocortisone creams, foam, or suppositories depending on whether the hemorrhoids are internal or external.  These will help shrink the hemorrhoids.

Question 3

can someone tell me how long will it take for a hemerrhiod to heal?

Accepted Answer

Natural healing: The good news is that area has fantastic blood supply and so healing will occur rapidly. Inflammation (red, hot, tender swelling) is the body increasing the blood flow to the injury to bring healing factors to the area and also the veins expand to carry bad stuff away. Dressings are of no value there. Keep stools soft to minimize trauma, avoid straining and let nature take it's course.

Question 4

i have severe coonstipation and severe hemmrrhoids inside and out what to do?

Accepted Answer

FluidsFiberFollow-Up: The two often go together, especially if the hemorrhoids bleed and/or hurt.But the constipation just makes it all worse.So firstly, get those hemorrhoids evaluated by a doctor;he or she will put them in perspective and suggest things. In the meantime try and soften the poop. Don't get dehydrated.Use a stool softener(e.g. Ducolax)and fiber(Metamucil) and avoid medications that cause constipation

Question 5

i have heamorrhoids. are they there for life or can they disappear? do i have to have them removed?

Accepted Answer

Removal not needed: Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins around the anus/rectum. They usually flare and subside over time. Sometimes they may scar and not ever cause trouble again. Surgery should be done only in severe cases where they are persisting for months and causing intense pain/bleeding.

Question 6

what is hemorroids?

Accepted Answer

Hemmorhoids: It is a very common problem, not to worry. Can be related to either constipation or diarrhea. 
Hemorrhoids should be evaluated by a colo-rectal or general surgeon

you will require dietary, bathroom habit modifications and sometimes office based procedures if medical management is ineffective.

Question 7

is a hemmorhoid white?

Accepted Answer

? Maybe: Chronically irritated outside hemorrhoid skin can turn white, but usually pink or purple in color. White can be a wart, ulcer or other more serious problem so have it looked at if it persists.

Question 8

what causes hemorhoids?

Accepted Answer

Constipatoon: Frequent sitting and straining at the toilet due to constipation is the most common reason. Pregnancy can also cause them.

Question 9

how to remove haemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Well...: Try a good high fibre diet, generous  water intake, and judicious time on the toilet. Do not linger on the stool. Get in, get done, and get up. Otc topical meds could help mild discomfort, as do sitz baths. But, sometimes surgery is necessary, so seek an opinion from a general or colorectal surgeon if symptoms or bleeding become problematic. Good luck.

Question 10

what is hemmorhoid banding?

Accepted Answer

Office procedure: Hemorrhoid banding is an office procedure where the doctor actually places a very small specialized rubber band on an internal hemorrhoid to ligate the vein and cause the hemorrhoid vein to collapse and seal shut. It is for internal hemorrhoid treatment.

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