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I have normal bm's. but a couple of days before i start my hemorrhoids flare up. no other time. why?

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Dr. William Schmidt answered

If they are hard: When fecal material is a bit hard than it cause the hemorrhoids to become active. Its always best in that situation to take a stool softener

Dr Vinocur agreed

Answered 10/20/2014

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A member asked:

I have normal bm's. but a couple of days before i start my hemorrhoids flare up. no other time. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Schmidt answered

Dr Vinocur agreed

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