Question 1

which type of doctor should i go to for my hemorrhoids and urinary problems?

Accepted Answer

Gastro and orologist: Hemorrhoids may be treated by gastroenterologists or surgeons. Urinary problems should be addressed with a urologist.

Question 2

who is the doctor who handles urinary problems? urologist or nephrologist?

Accepted Answer

Both: A nephrologist is an internal medicine physician with a subspecialty/focus on kidney diseases. A urologist is a surgeon who deals with diseases related to the urinary system.

Question 3

why has my child had pinworms for 5 years ? we r very clean and hygienic ? she is 9 has urinary problems also but doctors think im mad !

Accepted Answer

Pinworms: She may be under exposure from her schoolmates. Another posibility can be you and your husband if you haven' t been treatedat next treatment session , treat the whole family.

Question 4

can you advise me on going to the doc for my hemorrhoids, will it be a problem if i'm on my period?

Accepted Answer

No problem: Unless the hemorrhoids are bleeding there is no problem in addressing the problem either by incision a thrombosed hemorhoid, or rubber banding a well defined prolapsed hemorhoid.  If extensive and in need of resection and repair of anal skin one may wait until period is completed which is a matter of days.

Question 5

what type of doctor do you see to treat hemorrhoids

Accepted Answer

Colorectal: The best person to see is a colorectal surgeon.Some Gastroenterologist and emergency room and primary doc do but not consistently but all colorectal Physicians can treat the simple to the complex.

Question 6

what type of doctor/specialist do you see for white bumps and raised lines on the inner ring of anus? someone who specializes in stds, hemorrhoid, etc

Accepted Answer

Gastroenterologist: A gastroenterologist  is a medical physcian who has been trained  in diseases of the intestines. Ask your physician to refer  you to a gastroeneterologist

Question 7

what does hemorrhoid banding do? i have problem with mine burning and blood in rectum on off since 2009 doc wants banding is it placed inside?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Banding is done with a  special device that cuts off the blood supply to the hemorrhoid tissue causing them to shrink. They are used for internal hemorrhoids and can cause some cramping but are generally painless.   They are done as an outpatient procedure and are generally effective.

Question 8

34 y/o with 2 kids born in the last 4yr w/external hemorrhoid.  will this go away on its own or do i need to visit a doc and what type doc?

Accepted Answer

External hemorrhoid: Yes, the hemorrhoid should get smaller and possibly disapper . Hasten the process by taking 2-3 sitz baths a day and appling anti hemorrhoidal ointment after the bath

Question 9

i am being treated for grade 2 internal hemorrhoids, can they cause urinary or prostate type pain?

Accepted Answer

No it does not: Hemorroids causes painless bleeding from the rectum and usually associated with defecation.. It can cause a heaviness in that area and itching on occasion but will not cause severe pain unless the hemorroid is Stage 3 (which means its bleeding, prolapsed and edematous and swollen and so cannot return back into the rectum. This is treated with surgery thanks

Question 10

if anal sex is not recommend by doctors because it can cause problems like incontinence or hemorrhoids, then can gay men have a sex life?

Accepted Answer

: There are a thousand ways to be sexually intimate and you are doing yourself a disservice if you think copulation is the only way. Most doctors will recommend being safe, using protection, and taking things slow with sensitivity to your partner's experience. The problems you cite will only occur from forced, penetration without lubrication. Find someone you trust , take your time, and be creative.

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What type of doctor should I go to for my hemorrhoids and urinary problems

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Which type of doctor should i go to for my hemorrhoids and urinary problems?

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Who is the doctor who handles urinary problems? urologist or nephrologist?

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Why has my child had pinworms for 5 years ? we r very clean and hygienic ? she is 9 has urinary problems also but doctors think im mad !

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Can you advise me on going to the doc for my hemorrhoids, will it be a problem if i'm on my period?

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What type of doctor do you see to treat hemorrhoids

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What type of doctor/specialist do you see for white bumps and raised lines on the inner ring of anus? someone who specializes in stds, hemorrhoid, etc

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What does hemorrhoid banding do? i have problem with mine burning and blood in rectum on off since 2009 doc wants banding is it placed inside?

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34 y/o with 2 kids born in the last 4yr w/external hemorrhoid. will this go away on its own or do i need to visit a doc and what type doc?

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I am being treated for grade 2 internal hemorrhoids, can they cause urinary or prostate type pain?

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If anal sex is not recommend by doctors because it can cause problems like incontinence or hemorrhoids, then can gay men have a sex life?

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