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A 25-year-old female asked:
I've used creams for my external hemorrhoid and it doesn't seem to stop hurting. every time i go number 2, it's always bleeding. what should i do?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Visalakshi Valluryanswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Re-evaluation: peraiatent pain and bleeding of hemorrhoids needs re-evaluation. Be sure that you are getting enough fiber, drinking enough water and avoid straining
3.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 10, 2016
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