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What should i do? i feel like my hemorrhoids have now surrounded my entire rectum. this there a chance that it could obstruct bowel movements? what to do

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Dr. Mark Hoepfner answered

See a doctor: Hemorrhoids are soft veins ; will not ovstruct the bowel. They can bleed or cause discomfort. See a doctor for an exam ; get a referral to a surgeon if indicated for your condition.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/13/2013

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A member asked:

What should i do? i feel like my hemorrhoids have now surrounded my entire rectum. this there a chance that it could obstruct bowel movements? what to do

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Hoepfner answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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