I was diagnosed with an external hemorrhoid. i'm taking the prescribed treatment. how long would it last normally?

Variable: It could heal in days or take longer. If the issue lasts longer than 2-weeks, it would be prudent to see your doctor for additional treatment. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/. Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health!

Hemorrhoid ?'s: Hemorroids are small hernias of blood vessels through gaps in the muscular wall of the rectum. Hemorrhoids are painful, as the constriction causes obstruction in blood flow. Surgical removal is also painful and lasts for 3-5 weeks. Best is to obtain over the counter medication such as lidocaine, which relieves the discomfort for 20-30 minutes.