Question 1

how long do external hemorrhoids take to heal?

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How'd you get them?: "healing" depends on whether the original cause for hemorrhoids persists.  Have you been straining at stool, have rectal dysfunction, perform an activity that increases pelvic engorgement with blood or increases pelvic pressure (heavy lifting, prolonged sitting, etc.)?  Have your hemorrhoids been surgically or medically managed (& with otc or prescription drugs)? Too many variables here to know...

Question 2

got external hemorrhoids because of preparation for colonoscopy. they are extremely painful and itchy. how long will it take to heal? will they by themselves? can i do something so they can heal soon?

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They will heal: Takes a couple of weeks usually.  You can use OTC preparations for hemorrhoids which may or may not help.  You could also consult with your doctor or a doc here on Health Tap to get the prescription suppositories that may help more

Question 3

could apple cider vinegar heal external hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

External hemorrhoids: No.   Apple cider vinegar cannot heal external hemorrhoids.   Avoid constipation and bearing down, avoid sitting for extended periods of time without getting up to walk around, and see a doctor if you experience symptoms of any consequence.

Question 4

i am 6 weeks pregnant and i have a big external hemorrhoids, what pain medication or suppository can i take? tucks (witch hazel) and preparation h don't help at all

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May need surgery: See your doctor to evaluate it. Sometime external henmorrhoids (if thrombosed or clotted) need surgery to relieve the pressure and the pain.

Question 5

how often can hemorrhoids bleed? what is considered abnormal/normal? my mom is 63 years old and has internal and external hemorrhoids. says bleeding happens once a month at maximum. takes miralax for a stool softener. is this bad?

Accepted Answer

: No, it's not bad if other colon problem was ruled out appropriately.
Make sure she is not anemic and iron level storage is normal by blood tests. I would not advise taking iron supplement blindly just because it may worsen constipation in certain people.

Question 6

what can i do for external hemorrhoids to heal. it's really really painful. i got them when 2 days ago preparing for colonoscopy. still following a liquid diet because of fear of bowel movements pain.

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: Keep the area clean. Cold packs sometimes help. Avoid sitting directly on your bottom with an inflatable donut. There are suppositories that are helpful but need to be prescribed. Keep your stool soft with a diet high in fibre and a stool softener. All the best.

Question 7

how long do external hemorrhoids last for? i have one that developed from chemo vomiting, i guess pelvic pressure. but it remains a few days later. it deflates overnight but as soon as i pee in the morning it swells back up?

Accepted Answer

: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins outside the anus.are cause pain, rectal bleeding,itching and worsening with increased abdominal pressure. You can apply witch hazel, hydrocortisone or lidocaine to the affected area. Drink more water, take 20-35 gems of fiber per day. Soak in a warm bath for 10-20 min, can take laxatives. Use lotion on toilet paper to wipe gently. Hope it will help you heal faster.

Question 8

what are external hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Normal venous struct: External hemorrhoids are veins under the skin surrounding the external portion of the anus. They are covered with skin or epidermis. Internal hemorrhoids are internal or external if the have prolapsed but are covered by mucosa and not epidermis.

Question 9

can external hemorrhoids be removed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is a very common procedure, usually done as an outpatient.

Question 10

can external hemorrhoids get bigger?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hemorrhoids ate veins under the skin in the anal area. They become enlarged or irritated with constipation & sitting at the toilet straining  too long. The veins can continue to enlarge with repeated irritation from constipation. Dink more water, eat more fiber (fruits & vegetables, metamucil).

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Got external hemorrhoids because of preparation for colonoscopy. they are extremely painful and itchy. how long will it take to heal? will they by themselves? can i do something so they can heal soon?

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Could apple cider vinegar heal external hemorrhoids?

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I am 6 weeks pregnant and i have a big external hemorrhoids, what pain medication or suppository can i take? tucks (witch hazel) and preparation h don't help at all

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How often can hemorrhoids bleed? what is considered abnormal/normal? my mom is 63 years old and has internal and external hemorrhoids. says bleeding happens once a month at maximum. takes miralax for a stool softener. is this bad?

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What can i do for external hemorrhoids to heal. it's really really painful. i got them when 2 days ago preparing for colonoscopy. still following a liquid diet because of fear of bowel movements pain.

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How long do external hemorrhoids last for? i have one that developed from chemo vomiting, i guess pelvic pressure. but it remains a few days later. it deflates overnight but as soon as i pee in the morning it swells back up?

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