I just had a hemorrhoidectomy yesterday.  I read so much on the web and it scared me tremendously to the point I was going to cancel.  I bought and have taken most of the advise on here so we will see how it goes.  Day 1 after surgery so far is better than I expected.  I think mostly because my doctor gave me "Exparel" during the surgery.  This is a numbing injection so you don't feel as much pain the first 3 days. The preop nurse said to ask for it--and I highly recommend it.  I happy to let you know how the next couple of days go! Nervous but hopeful.