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What are my options for treating hemorrhoids? already tried a 5 day supply of hydrocortisone suppositories. do i maybe just need them treated longer?

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Sitz baths: Sitz baths at least twice a day will definitely help. Stay on a high fiber diet, drink plenty of fluids, use very soft toilet paper and start a stool softener. If you are not better within 2 weeks, see a gastroenterologist or a colorectal surgeon.

Dr Pousti agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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