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Doc, im in the army and have developed a severe hemorrhoid that is painful when running, it is external and bulging. how severe of an issue is this? what steps should i follow for treatment? prep h and tucks pads havent helped?
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Unfortunately, a surgical treatment for a thrombosed or "bulging" hemorrhoid is at least as symptomatic (painful!) as having the hemorroid itself. Topical relief for ease of uninterrupted sleep is possible with lidocaine ointment, but prep H and tucks will usually not help much.
Answered 8/4/2021
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