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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.

After Hemorrhoidectomy Surgery - Recovery time, Swelling, Pain

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Just had hemorrhoidectomy surgery 4 days ago (on a Wednesday). Asked the Dr. prior to surgery when I would be able to go back to work, and he said Monday. It is now Sunday morning, and there is no way I would be able to sit down at my office for a full days work. Not feeling much pain. The pain...

by User avatar Guest

A Hemorrhoid Treatment That Really Works, But Most Doctors w

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Hi, I would like to start out by saying I have suffered from Hemorrhoids for most of the past ten years. I will explain my story below and please try to convenience your doctor to proscribe this to you and try this before you decide to have, from what I have read in the forum, the painful...

by User avatar kevinm

hypergranulation after hemorrhoidectomy

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It is 6 weeks after hemorrhoidectomy and my doctor said that my wound has hypergranulation that needs to be surgically removed. Has anyone done this before and is the pain afterward as bad as hemorrhoidectomy? It sounds just like another hemorrhoidectomy to me!

by User avatar dave7645300

Recovery after Sphincterotomy and Hemorrhoidectomy

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After reading posts to keep my sanity, I've opted to write in to tell my story, but also seeking solace. I had my surgery 4 weeks ago today. After the surgery my doctor told me she removed 3 internal hemorrhoids (she said the largest she has EVER seen - glad I could raise the bar.), 1 external,...

by User avatar rightchoice

Small protrusion/hemorrhoid and pain 2 months after hemorrhoidectomy

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I had a hemorrhoidectomy (no stitches, wounds left open) to remove two hemorrhoids (one on each side of the anus) on Feb. 19. I am now nearing 8 weeks post-op. Since the surgery, I've had ups and downs with regard to the recovery and healing. I think now, I should provide some relevant...

by User avatar Guest

lump under skin between anus and scrotum

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I have a lump on the right side of my anus under the skin between the anus and scrotum

by User avatar lumpsandbumps

How Long Does It Take Hemorrhoids to Shrink???

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My husband has problems with hemorrhoids for few months already. Few days ago, he decided to visit his doctor. He recommended him to use some remedy to help its shrinking. I wonder if that is possible without surgery. Can you tell me more about shrinking hemorrhoids, and how long does it take?

by User avatar Guest

Post Hemorrhoid Surgery Eating - Best Foods

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I just had hemorrhoid surgery (last Wednesday) in which the doctor utilized the stapling method, but since the surger I have had very uncomfortable bowel movements and continuous pain. I have only been eating brown bread, lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber as recommended, but do not know what other...

by User avatar Desert AH

My Hemorrhoidectomy Success Story

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I wanted to share with everyone my experience I had with my hemorrhoidectomy surgery.  As of today, it's been 4 weeks since my surgery. I wanted to wait a bit before sharing my story because even though it's been a success, it has not been without its ups and downs. Here is a quick...

by User avatar hawleywood79351371

My hemorrhoidectomy success story...don't be scared

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Thanks to everyone who has posted your stories. I think I read each and every one of them while I was considering whether or not to have this surgery. In the end, I decided to have the surgery on 10/27/09. Here's my story. I'm a 49 year old woman who has has a problem with external hemorrhoids...

by User avatar suebee130766