Question 1

had hemorrhoids since 13, recent flare up during work. wondering if performing kegel exercises would help reduce chance/longevity of anal protrusions?

Accepted Answer

NO: Banding or surgical excision is the only cure.  Seek help from a proctologist

Question 2

i have grade 2 internal hemorrhoids that bleed without pain. apart from taking fiber rich food, would doing kegels help?

Accepted Answer

No: No, but medication can rx the problem. Kegel;s exercises will strengthen the pubococcygeal muscle and levator ani, but do nothing to rx the hemorrhoids.

Question 3

could you tell me what are kegel exercises?

Accepted Answer

Bladder exercises: Kegel exercises are designed to build up the urethral sphincter muscle which is at the opening of the tube that empties the bladder. These exercises will decrease leakage that is caused by laughing, coughing or sneezing. Women learn to isolate the muscle by stopping a stream while urinating. They should then tighten and hold the muscle for a count of 10, up to 20 times daily.

Question 4

what app or website teaches kegel exercises?

Accepted Answer

Www.takethefloor.org: www.takethefloor.org is a website maintained by the american urogynecologic society.  In the patient resources section is a printable explanation of kegel exercises with when and how to do them. This website is very reliable with a lot of good information for patients with urinary and fecal incontinence.

Question 5

are there benefits of kegel exercises for men?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Some medical research suggests that pelvic floor exercises can improve erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation, via improved muscular control of the pelvis. Given that there is virtually no risk, kegel exercises are a logical first approach to these problems, before considering medications.

Question 6

is there such thing as reverse kegel exercises?

Accepted Answer

No, but: It's important to understand what's behind the question. For example, sometimes a woman has a difficult time accepting penetration--this may be due to number of factors. It would be best to discuss your concerns in person with a qualified pro: primary care physician, ob, and of course with any particular woman you have in mind.

Question 7

what are the proven advantages of kegel exercises?

Accepted Answer

Kegels help: The muslces of the "pelvic floor" and this in turn can help with bladder control, bowel control and pelvic comfort - relief from pressure or sense of "things falling out".

Question 8

could doing to many kegel exercises make you sore?

Accepted Answer

Too much of any : Excercise can make you sore.

Question 9

do kegel exercises help with the leaking of urine?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!: Kegels can help. But many women w/ leakage or urinary incontinence do not have healthy pelvic muscles and cannot "kegel" (aka pelvic muscle exercise) properly. If you injured your shoulder muscles & had trouble with shoulder - you wouldn't think twice about seeing a physical therapist(pt). Do pme squeeze for 10, relax for 10, for up to 50 reps a day. Ideally seek script for pelvic floor pt.

Question 10

is kegel exercises effective  for premature ejaculation?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Some medical research suggests that pelvic floor exercises can improve erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation, via improved muscular control of the pelvis. Given that there is virtually no risk, kegel exercises are a logical first approach to treating premature ejaculation, before considering topical and pharmacological options.

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Had hemorrhoids since 13, recent flare up during work. wondering if performing kegel exercises would help reduce chance/longevity of anal protrusions?

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I have grade 2 internal hemorrhoids that bleed without pain. apart from taking fiber rich food, would doing kegels help?

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Could you tell me what are kegel exercises?

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What app or website teaches kegel exercises?

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Are there benefits of kegel exercises for men?

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Is there such thing as reverse kegel exercises?

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What are the proven advantages of kegel exercises?

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Could doing to many kegel exercises make you sore?

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Do kegel exercises help with the leaking of urine?

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Is kegel exercises effective for premature ejaculation?

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