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Michael Cook4 said:Unfortunately, no surgery is as harmless as those online forums or glossy advertisements make it out to be.
Speaking from experience, recovery is a long, painful slog—at least in my case. Honestly, bless whoever claims they were out running marathons just a week after their procedure.
The frequent, painful bathroom trips continue long after you leave the hospital. It’s been six months since my DG-HAL-RAR surgery, and I’m still dealing with pain and averaging about three bowel movements a day.
I truly hope things go smoother for you than they did for me, but you have to be patient.
Wait, hold on. Something doesn't add up there. After 45 days, everything was back to normal for me; it felt like I'd never even had hemorrhoids. Bowel movements shouldn't be tied to hemorrhoids like that, and by the six-month mark, everything should be regulated. There shouldn't even be pain. What stage were yours at? In my case, it was as severe as it gets, yet I was functioning perfectly fine after 45 days. Is it possible this is all psychological? Just nerves and anxiety...
Rachel Bennett90 said:Thanks for getting back to me... I've been reading about everything you've been through, and I really feel for you. I was wondering, did you find yourself needing to use laxatives constantly?
I didn't have an excessive need for them. In the beginning, I was taking Linex, so it happened a few times a day, but nothing extreme. I actually wrote about this four years ago. Just listen to your doctor and you'll be fine...
Rachel Bennett90 said:Hey everyone, hope you're all doing okay. I’ve posted here before about my struggles with hemorrhoids, and after cycling through every cream, suppository, and "natural" remedy out there without any luck, I finally pulled the trigger on surgery. I had my procedure yesterday at the Butterfly Clinic. It was a bit much—six internal ones, several external, plus a fissure. My big worry right now is that as soon as I got home yesterday, I felt this intense, overwhelming urge to go. I tried to just relax through it, but the pain was so sharp I couldn't even stand up. I called my doctor, and he told me that if it wasn't a false alarm, I should just let it happen. So, I did, and a little bit passed. After that, the pain was so blindingly intense I nearly blacked out and ended up needing injections. Now, they've told me to expect some swelling over the next few days, but I'm terrified that a hemorrhoid has popped back out. There's a certain swelling there now that definitely wasn't present yesterday... has anyone else dealt with this?
Everything is just swollen right now. Don't strain yourself, stick strictly to the diet the doctors recommended, and it'll all work out fine. Just please, whatever you do, don't push...
And one more thing: try not to sit down. Lie down or take slow walks instead. Avoid sitting immediately after the procedure...
Rebecca Edwards10 said:Hi there,
I think I’m dealing with something pretty similar.
About a week ago, I noticed bright red blood on the paper after a large bowel movement... and it’s still happening every single time. It isn't just tiny spots; it's an actual streak. On top of that, I have this constant false urge to go. In the morning, my bathroom trips are totally normal—no pain, no itching—but then for the rest of the day, I feel this constant "pressure," like I need to go when I actually don't.
Could this be hemorrhoids or something else? (I haven't noticed any weight loss, fatigue, or pain, etc...)
It’s almost certainly hemorrhoids. Doctors always say any blood in your stool is a reason to pay attention, so they usually recommend a checkup just to rule out anything more serious. You should probably try checking with a mirror to see if you can feel them.
Don't panic, though. The real trouble starts if they get inflamed. Go see a doctor so they can take a look, give you some advice, and maybe a prescription for a cream before things flare up and become incredibly painful. There are also plenty of dietary tips shared here on the forum.
jadeheron8 said:Hey everyone,
So, here's the deal. I'm 20 years old and dealing with hemorrhoids... external ones.
It's been going on for two months now. I've tried everything from various ointments to things like Preparation H and Ultra Proct, but nothing seems to work.
I watch my diet, my bowel movements are normal, I stay active... honestly, I'm at a loss.
There's no bleeding and they aren't painful most of the time, but now that the weather has turned cold, they're bothering me more. They itch when I wipe, but otherwise, I barely even notice them down there :P
I really don't want to go through any surgery if I can help it, even if it means just dealing with this for a few more years.😢
Does anyone have good advice or maybe some pills or creams I haven't tried yet?
Also, has anyone heard of Dolocaine? Does that cream even still exist?
I was reading some old threads from 7 or 8 years ago and everyone seemed to swear by Dolocaine.
Any advice is welcome! 🙂
Dolocaine is a great anesthetic. It won't actually fix the underlying issue, but it should take care of the pain and itching you're feeling. I'm not sure if you can get it over the counter without a prescription.
Well, here’s the thing... itching can definitely happen if you’ve been scratching at it. Generally speaking, when hemorrhoids start healing up (like those lesions), they can itch—and I mean itch like crazy. But white skin? That isn't typical for just hemorrhoids. I remember back in the day, maybe 20 years ago, I’d deal with some intense pain and suffering, and there were times afterward where the itching was pretty significant, though never totally unbearable. I recall "rubbing" the area, but that was only when things got truly desperate. You really should see a doctor, though. White patches could point toward a bacterial or fungal infection, and since I haven't dealt with anything quite like that, I can't say for sure what you're looking at. Just try not to scratch it. And be careful about what ointments you use before you get a professional opinion; you don't want to make the situation worse.
cosmicfox2 said:Once enough time has passed after the surgery, can you go back to eating whatever you want, or do you still need to watch what you eat?
Regarding hemorrhoids—technically, you CAN eat anything. However, you should still be mindful of your diet because of other health factors, existing conditions, and general wellness...
Joseph Evans3 said:Hey everyone. I promised I’d check back in once I was through my surgery to share the experience, hoping it might help someone else going through this.
The procedure itself went smoothly. They removed three pieces—1 cm, 1.5 cm, and 2 cm. I know the exact sizes because the pathology report came back clean, which is a relief.
First off, I want to touch on a few things that really threw me for a loop. I'll try to lay it all out clearly.
I followed the prep instructions perfectly, doing the full bowel cleanse before the scheduled date. Everything went according to plan at the hospital. Honestly, Dr. Smith is basically a legend for this kind of thing. My surgery was set for 1:30 PM, and by 2:30 PM, I was already up and walking around my room. The pain wasn't bad at all—certainly not the intense agony some people have described here on the forum. It wasn't even unbearable. In fact, the nurse actually came in with pain meds, but I turned them down because I really didn't feel I needed them. (Just a side note: I can handle a decent amount of discomfort, but this just wasn't that bad.) And that was my day done.
But that wasn't where the trouble started. The next day, the nurses brought breakfast, and I asked if I was allowed to eat it. It was cottage cheese, cream cheese, a cup of warm milk, margarine, and jam. The nurse said yes, so being hungry as a wolf, I ate up. For lunch, it was soup and rice, and for dinner, pasta with fresh cheese. That got me through the day.
The following morning, breakfast was cream cheese, a cup of tea, and some toast with margarine. After that, since I was feeling great, they discharged me and sent me home.
Once I was back home, I stuck to soups, grits, milk, spinach, and yogurt. I'm telling you this specifically because there's a reason why it matters.
Thursday and Friday went fine. A little discomfort here and there, nothing serious, and I didn't even need painkillers. But then comes what I was dreading from day one. On Saturday, the pain hit me like a freight train. It was so intense I was crawling on the floor and the bed on all fours. These were excruciating, unbearable pains. I started taking 800mg Ibuprofen every eight hours, but even after six hours, the pain would still be there. Those two hours waiting for the next dose were pure torture. This happened Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Let me try to describe it to you—if I even can. It’s like when you desperately need to use the bathroom, but you can't, and then suddenly you *have* to, but it’s ten times more violent. The pain radiates from that spot through every muscle in your body until you start cramping uncontrollably. If I'm describing it right, I was having these attacks every five minutes. I couldn't sleep for days. Between the lack of sleep and struggling to eat because of the heavy meds, I have to admit, I panicked a little. I felt like if I could just empty my bowels, maybe everything would settle down. I even thought about heading to the ER just to get cleared out, but I managed to tough it out through Monday. By Tuesday, I finally had a successful trip to the bathroom, and after that, things finally started looking up. Whatever you do, don't strain. Whether it's the pain itself or the movement, it's terrible. God forbid anyone else has to go through that.
Now, for the most important part. For those of you facing surgery who want to avoid the nightmare I went through, I have a few tips based on what tripped me up. Please, try to follow these to make your recovery easier.
After the surgery, stick to soups and absolutely avoid dairy. I realized too late that drinking milk caused irritation that forced me to run to the bathroom. Also, whatever you do, do not eat anything that causes constipation during that first week. Staying regular will make those first 5–7 days much more manageable. After that, the pain settles down, though it's nothing compared to the hell I experienced.
I truly hope this helps at least one person navigate these moments. If anyone has questions about the procedure, feel free to reach out.
🤦 They really could have at least warned you not to eat regular food right away. Instead, those geniuses actually brought you a standard breakfast... Honestly, forget about having a top-tier surgeon if the hospital's post-op care is basically non-existent. I mentioned this a while ago:
avoid dairy and milk during those first few days, and stay away from anything that causes bloating, since intestinal pressure isn't great for healing wounds.
So, just skip the milk, cabbage, kale, beans, peas, or anything else that makes you bloated...
Brandon Howard27 said:I honestly thought this thread was meant for hemorrhoid advice, not for mindless ads and bickering! Look, if Nevio is a doctor, I actually appreciate that he isn't using heavy medical jargon—otherwise, none of us would understand a word. That’s exactly why forums exist. They give us all a level playing field where we can actually follow the conversation. If you want a doctor to lecture you with complex terminology, go attend a medical convention or book a private consultation and listen to them as much as you want. Most people here, myself included, just want plain English and clear explanations. Thank you, Dr. Nevio, for your helpful post; I think it was excellent. Honestly, Steven Hernandez14, my blood pressure spiked not just reading your post, but when I went back to look at your history. You seem to be constantly promoting private clinics and surgeries, so please don't lecture anyone else about advertising when that is literally all you do. Secondly, Quest Diagnostics uses half of my company's supplies, and their product works fine—it doesn't break the bank, and it keeps my symptoms at bay. You, Steven Hernandez14, seem to think everyone should just jump straight onto an operating table. Don't bother coming at me again; you're busted. Third, does anyone actually have a recommendation for something that works besides Quest Diagnostics? Seriously. I've tried Himalayan, I've tried Pilex, I've changed my diet, cut out alcohol, tried this and that... I'll give it to you straight: you don't treat hemorrhoids once they flare up. You have to prevent them from happening in the first place.
They treat the symptoms after the problem arises, even though the root cause is often a mystery. And you don't necessarily need surgery once they show up if they are caught in the early stages.
Honestly, you’re better off heading to the doctor right away to get eyes on it before things spiral. Trust me, once it reaches that point where the pain is absolutely unbearable, you’ll be practically begging for help. It’s always smarter to catch it early rather than waiting; the biggest mistake anyone can make is ignoring those first warning signs...
It’ll make its comeback eventually... But if it’s working for you right now, there's no reason not to use it...
silentbadger17 said:So you think the Bear just developed everything overnight and started dominating with a car that’s somehow one to three seconds faster per lap depending on the track???
Anything is possible, I guess.
Obviously, everyone else will have a full year of experience with the Honda engine under their belts before they race it, but you never know...
McLaren used to have the fastest car quite often, but reliability was always their Achilles' heel... 🍿
They didn't just develop it all at once. Everyone starts from zero, and someone eventually has to come out on top. You know? Now, whether Ferrari will be competitive after a year of experience, I'm not sure—though they aren't bad right now either. The real question is whether there's actually a seat available for Lewis Hamilton...
silentbadger17 said:I’m not entirely certain, but I believe it was common knowledge that McLaren had already signed with Honda about a year before this season kicked off (or so I recall). Because of that, I find it hard to buy the idea that Mercedes would just hand over their engine and let them tweak the chassis to fit it perfectly... especially with those rumors floating around—take it with a grain of salt, of course—that Mercedes pulls the engine out after every single race. 🤔
With Honda, they can actually develop things in tandem and adjust to one another in real-time. But hey, that's just speculation. Who knows how things will actually play out.
🤔Do you honestly believe they can just walk in, develop everything, and start winning races right out of the gate?
silentbadger17 said:Man, you're being exhausting. Honestly, are you just obsessed with Lewis Hamilton? You keep bringing up his "lack of skill" in every single thread, over and over again. It’s getting weird.🤦
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Even if Lewis Hamilton moves on, he won't have that kind of legendary status again like he did back in San Francisco. As for being treated like a god? He probably has maybe two, maybe three seasons left before that chapter closes for good.
Whether McLaren is actually a smart move—assuming they even sign him—is anyone's guess, though it beats joining Ferrari.
I suspect Honda will deliver a powerhouse engine in terms of raw speed, but the real headache will be reliability and how well it integrates with the chassis. From what I've heard, they aren't even allowed to run tests on this year's cars. ☕
At least he'll know he gave it a shot.
And there go the fanboys...😁 He’s lost his edge, and frankly, nobody wants him anymore. Maybe Marussia or Caterham would take a chance.🤷 Ron Dennis didn't exactly have a pleasant parting of ways with him. Who knows, maybe someone picks him up for peanuts, but in this business, certain things are hard to forgive.🍿
bluepuma9 said:Lewis Hamilton has been in talks with Toyota for a seat in the TS040 next year.
Hulkenberg is talking to Porsche about the 919. Since Porsche is planning to add an extra 919 next season, there are at least three seats open over there, plus nine spots at Nissan.
Lewis Hamilton could easily pull off a season in WEC and then figure out if it's worth returning to F1, or even where. This season, he doesn't have much choice besides McLaren, and that feels like a gamble.
He's done with F1. Fate was kind to him—he won two titles, though arguably undeservedly, driving the most dominant car of that era. He barely scraped by, but he did it... Given how he struggled afterward, he’s lucky to have lasted this long...
ruggedhawk20 said:I honestly think we won't even see Lewis Hamilton in Sochi, and Fisichella will just end up covering his seat for the rest of the season.
what happened there in Japan? Was it an electrical failure? Yeah, right. Don't hold your breath.
👍 I wouldn't be surprised if that actually happens... Man, the Ferrari fans have sure gone quiet on this forum lately. Not a single one in sight...😁
ruggedhawk20 said:If we haven't forgotten, I'm sure Dennis hasn't either—especially after getting burned for $100,000,000.
Revenge is a dish best served cold.
Do you remember what happened to poor Enrique Bernoldi? He made that move back in Monaco, I think it was '98... and when he didn't let Coulthard through, Dennis basically promised him he’d never drive in Formula 1 again. And that’s exactly what happened. Now, seeing him left without cash, without a contract, and stuck with a terrible concept a few years back because of Lewis Hamilton, it feels like karma is finally catching up. Honestly, Lewis Hamilton isn't any better than Briatore; if anything, he might be worse. It'll be good to finally be rid of him. He's easily one of the most shady characters in the history of Formula 1...☕
I'm actually glad it turned out this way. You can't just keep playing for your own ego while leaving everyone else squeezed dry like a lemon. He basically dug his own grave...
vividlynx68 said:http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/f...o-8637603.html
Schmidt is out here speculating that this could all be part of some shady plan by Denisov to run Lewis Hamilton into the wall as payback for 2007. He claims those who actually know him realize he hasn't forgotten 🍿
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And honestly? He deserves it... A total parasite in the world of Formula 1... 🙂