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Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are swellings or an inflammation of veins in the rectum or around anus. This forum discusses external or internal hemorrhoids, and their treatment. You can also ask questions about other rectal problems like anal fissures, fistulas, rectal bleeding, rectal inflammation, and rectal prolapse.

My recovery from a haemmorroidectomy - the good, the bad and the useful

I'm a 35 yr old mum of 6 young kids and I'm from the UK so certain meds etc might not mean too much for most US readers. I endured internal and prolapsed, thrombosed piles on and off for 10 years. I made the decision to have the surgery last thurday (8 days ago) and it really has been a journey!...

by User avatar mumofsix187508

Hemmohoid Surgery

I am schedule to have internal & external hemmohoid surgery and I am very scared at this time. I would like to hear from anyone who has had the surgery and if it was worth it, even after the pain and recovery. I am willing to go through whatever I have to if it is worth it in the end. I also...

by User avatar srennier

RECTAL DISCHARGE

Answered by a doctor

Hi, I am 18-years-old and today, I noticed that when I released gas, that some form of greasy orangey substance is released as well. I have no clue what it is, but so far, it has happened to me three times today. I have never had it before. It just somehow started today. I am bisexual, and I...

by User avatar deejay!!!6355

Painful lump above the anus on left side

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For a few days now I cannot sit comfortably because of this pain. I was putting a treatment for babies on it. That did not work. Embarrassing! I cannot see it in a mirror so I felt it. It feels like there might be a little tear but the lump feels movable . I have been putting neosprin with pain...

by User avatar caliworth

Hemorrhoid surgery a few questions for those that have been

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I will have my pre op appointment next week but my nerves are shot right now ans was hoping some of you cold help me. Is it in patient out out??? I have heard both and am confused by this. Really how bad is it, would I be able to go to a wedding a week later, that is out of state?

by User avatar Guest

My Surgery Story

I had my hemorrhoid surgery on Tuesday for removal of external and banding of internal (that was five days ago). I finally felt like I could sit in a position to use my laptop in bed today. It does help comfort me that other people have had the exact same feelings and issues as I have afterward. I...

by User avatar Guest

itching and burning after bowel movement

I wrote to this site about the problem with burning and itching after bowel movements in September. I saw a gastroenterologist on Oct. 18, 2006. He did not check me for anything other than things that the doctors have done already, like did I have piles, hemoroids or fissures. NO. Did I have a...

by User avatar ematichu

I got a new hemorrhoid without straining!

Answered by a doctor

I had rubber band ligature two weeks ago. I acted as my doctor told me,had soft stools without straining.But,yesterday I felt pain and when I saw what it was, I just could't believe it! It was a new one! I got a new hemorrhoid without straining! How could it be!? Is it normal and how can I cure...

by User avatar Guest

Steps after PPH procedure

I had my surgery (Longo or PPH procedure done 7 days ago) . I had grade 2 and 3 hemorrhoids. Before the operation had 3 enemas and tranquilizer and start IV fluids. The operation took 1 and an half hour. Stayed 3 nights at the hospital. Excrucianting pain, even with pain killers. I still have a huge...

by User avatar bepatient83020

Hemmoroidectomy Scheduled in 8 days

Hello everyone, my surgery is scheduled for January 18th, scalpel cut mostly outer a couple inner! I am scared to death! :-( My Dr has been honest in telling me I will hate her for a couple weeks and to expect a lot of pain! Hmm Been lurking reading over all the recovery forum and want to thank...

by User avatar Sookie50173868