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A member asked:
Went to dr. for anal bleeding. said i have multiple int. hemorrhoids. can i take stool softeners & fiber pills together? will it help stop bleeding?
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Can take together: Yes you can take fiber supplements and stool softeners together. They will not directly stop the bleeding but if you can get the consistency of your stool to be soft then the hemorrhoids will be less irritated. Drinking 60-80 oz of water daily and doing regular exercise will help as well.
Answered 1/29/2016
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Yes: You can take stool softeners with fiber supplements. It will not stop the bleeding but it may prevent further episodes of bleeding.
Answered 5/20/2016
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