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Is it ok to treat hemorrhoids without professional guidance?
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Care of hemorrhoids: A care team starts with self care: daily shower, then hair dryer the area, apply over the counter salves, Lidocaine gel, and a bowel regimen. The goal is two soft bowel movements daily, to decrease rectal irritation of passing hard, large caliber stools. If your problem persists despite the above care, okay to check in with your doc. You may benefit from a surgery consult.
Answered 6/26/2014
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