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Help. im on my 9th day post pph hemorrhoidectomy. i can still feel the pressure on my rectum. makes me go to toilet. feels. heavy. is this normal?

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Dr. Scott Grover answered

Specializes in Surgery

It can be: After pph most patients are doing well within a week. It may be that you have developed a hematoma or other complication. You should see your surgeon for an evaluation.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/12/2013

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A member asked:

Help. im on my 9th day post pph hemorrhoidectomy. i can still feel the pressure on my rectum. makes me go to toilet. feels. heavy. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Grover answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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