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How to treat hemmoroids?

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With respect: Hemorrhoids can often be treated with diet modification including fiber supplements and high fiber foods. Adequate hydration is important too. Sitz baths 2-3 times a day (soaking your bottom in warm water for 5-10 miniutes) can be helpful. Avoid straining and use stool softeners if necessary. Creams and suppositories can help and if all else fails, see a doctor to consider banding or surgery.

Answered 8/25/2013

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First,fiber & fluids: Eat foods high in fiber- fruits, veggies, whole grain cereals and breads, drink lots of water. Decrease caffeine and alcohol intake. Don't strain at stool, or read on the toilet. Most people respond to these simple guidelines. Still have concerns? See your doctor or a colorectal surgeon for exam and treatment. Most people do not need hemorrhoid surgery.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Hemorrhoids: There are three steps to self treating hemorrhoids (blood clots in the rectal veins). 1. Soak: keep the area clean so that infection doesn't set in. 2. Soften your stool: keep from bearing down hard when having a bm so that the clot doesn't grow 3. And finally, steroids to shrink up the inflammation.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Amir Bastawrous answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Most don't need surg: Most people don't need surgery. Many can be treated with simple office procedures. In the meantime, increase the fiber and water in your diet. Avoid over the counter remedies.

Answered 1/18/2014

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Depends..: Upon location ie internal / external, thrombosed / non-thrombosed, bleeding / non-bleeding. Best course is to have a doctor take a look and recommend.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Jarrod Kaufman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Hemmorhoids: Many people present with "piles" and this can actually be the issue or one of many other problems that your doctor can help there are dietary, behavioral, hygiene modifications as well as procedures that can help with these common problems. Both constipation and diarrhea can lead to this condition as well it is best if you consult with a general or colorectal surgeon to help with this matter.

Answered 2/8/2015

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