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Can a hemmoroid be irritated with a bad lactose intolerance attack and how can it get in the way?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Irritated: A hemorrhoid can be irritated with the constant diarrhea or change in bowels that may come form a lactose intolerance attack. Once the area calms down, increasing fluids, fiber, some steroid creams etc. May help treat the hemorrhoid. If big and not resolving, it may need a dr. Best wishes.

Answered 3/26/2014

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: Any unusual bowel activity can aggravate hemorrhoids but constipation is worse than diarrhea (from lactose intolerance). However the effects are variable from one episode to another.

Answered 3/31/2016

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