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I'm 38 weeks pregnant and i just got external hemorrhoids what can i do? it's uncomfortable its only been 1day and its painful? will they go away?
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Local care: It is common problem during pregnancy , wait till delivery, most of the time will improve after delivery, now get relief by local care , ointments sietz baths, avoid constipation and take plenty of fluids you will be fine.Speak to your OB and gyn doctor.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Care of hemorrhoids: Medical therapies for hemorrhoids: bowel regimen (fiber, stool softeners, water, juice, laxatives and probiotics to achieve two soft bowel movements daily), salves (prep h, desitin, (zinc oxide diaper cream) anti fungal), and hygiene (shower, hair dryer area daily). Medical therapy can help control, hemorrhoids. Elevated venous pressure (pregnancy) exasperate hemorrhoids. There are surgeries, after delivery.
Answered 12/9/2013
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