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I think i have a thrombosed hemorrhoid. how can i relieve the pain associated with it? how can i help it resolve to avoid surgery?

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Time: Local heat like warm baths, use Ibuprofen or Aspirin for discomfort, avoid bowel straining and constipation. These thrombosed hemorrhoids naturally resolve in 5-7 days without surgery, or can see a surgeon sooner as needed.

Dr Caplin and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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