So I had my son on April 28, 2008. The next night I went for my hemmoroidectomy. I had a spinal and the next morning, I had soooo much pain! The doctor told me that it is the worst case of hemmoroids he has ever seen. Yes, it was worse than childbirth for me! 10 weeks later, I still have intense pain. I have had an absess and now I have a possible fistula forming. I have incisions that are not healing as well. I am still requiring percocet for pain, Cardiazem cream for spasms and topical creams for pain as well. Not to mention the bowel care I do of Miralax, Benifiber and Colace. This is the worst experience of my life and I have a 10 week old baby to care for. I was supposed to return to work yesterday but the doctors are saying no way for 2 more weeks. I agree with others, if you have the option...do not do this surgery. It is the worst!!!!