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I have mild hemorrhoid &it just started. what will i do?

11 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Avoid straining: If you have a small hemorrhoid, avoid straining to have a bowel movement (bm). Straining increases the 'venous pressure' of hemorrhoidal veins and may cause the hemorrhoid to 'grow'. Also avoid constipation: increase fluids, fiber and consider citrucel or metamucil. Also consider an over-the-counter stool softner (colace (docusate sodium) or generic). If any pain you can use prep-h or similiar. Hope u get better!

Answered 7/18/2018

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Dr. Todd Sisto answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Only time will tell : What you'll do. I'd see a colorectal or general surgeon if if we're you.

Answered 8/28/2016

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