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I have ibs & constipation, i've one known pile that bleeds but am now experiencing severe pain & bleeding on every bm. am taking fibr what can help?

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Dr. Mark Gromisch answered

External hemorrhoids: Add a stool softener 3x daily, use sitz baths 2x/day with 3 cups epsom salts added to the water, anusol cream/suppositories will also be beneficial. There are drugs on the market such as Linzess that are obtainable from a physician that may be of bebefit.

Answered 6/27/2014

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A member asked:

I have ibs & constipation, i've one known pile that bleeds but am now experiencing severe pain & bleeding on every bm. am taking fibr what can help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Gromisch answered

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