Posts by Michael Diaz4

Sophia Brooks50 said:Hey, I’m not quite sure why I thought you were getting a rectoscopy because of hemorrhoids? But I actually had a surgeon push for a rectoscopy during my own exam. Honestly, I got spooked and went to a private specialist instead. He just did an anoscopy under local anesthesia—those injections were absolutely brutal, they drove me crazy. He mentioned he wouldn't even touch a rectoscopy since the fissure itself is painful enough, but the guy at the hospital insisted after a digital rectal exam hurt so much. Anyway, I had already booked an appointment last month with the specific doctor I wanted for the procedure, but I ended up getting sick and had to cancel. Now I have to reschedule everything... I really struggle with constipation, did you deal with that back then too? Does it have anything to do with the fissure? I've been taking laxatives constantly (well, even before this).

Of course it does. Constipation is a major cause of fissures. Good luck...

Sophia Brooks50 said:I get it, but tell me—does a rectoscopy actually hurt if I end up needing one? Honestly, I’d love to skip it. I wish they could just sedate me, get it over with, and save me from suffering through those few days afterward...

I honestly have no idea. I’ve never had a rectoscopy in my life. Since I have an appointment coming up soon to check on those leftover polyps that weren't removed during my hemorrhoid surgery, I'm not sure what to expect. I doubt it'll be a full rectoscopy; I suspect it'll just be the usual rectal exam by hand...🤷

Sophia Brooks50 said:I haven't decided on anything yet... but I plan to. If only someone could tell me if a rectoscopy is mandatory for a fissure, if it hurts, or how long it lasts... that's what I'm a little nervous about. Or do you just go on the table, they sedate you, and that's it? Karen Thompson10, you'd know best. By the way... you've already forgotten all those struggles, lucky you...

Look, I’ve been through it. I am certain that I had the absolute worst experience with hemorrhoids out of everyone here on this forum. In your case, it isn't even hemorrhoids—it's a fissure—but if I told you that after everything is over, I'm not afraid of anything anymore, maybe that would make you feel better. Trust me, as terrible as things felt right after the actual treatment, you will only feel better, never worse. They have to give you some kind of anesthesia, and once the treatment is done, you'll definitely feel relief. Honestly, if things are this bad, why suffer through it?...

I mean, what kind of doctor fails to fix everything right then and there? The standard procedure is to use a Doppler to pinpoint the exact blood vessels supplying those hemorrhoids and shut them down. If you’re still dealing with lingering issues or if they start popping back out after surgery, then the procedure was clearly botched. Honestly, you should steer clear of whatever crew handled your case. And 35 minutes? That isn't even a long time for this sort of thing; some surgeries run closer to two hours. What you described is definitely not a glowing review for that clinic. I’m truly sorry to hear this—it really sucks. You’ve got an uphill battle ahead until you can get this fixed properly with another surgery. Good luck...

How can we really know? It’s most likely just hemorrhoids, but you should definitely go see a doctor just to be safe. If there's even a little bit of pain involved, then it's probably hemorrhoids...

Brandon Palmer2 said:So, I’ve been reading through a lot of posts here and seeing all kinds of struggles people face, so I decided to lay out my own situation. Maybe someone else has gone through something similar.
For me, I've been dealing with hemorrhoids for a long time—honestly, since the war, I think. At first, I tried every ointment and remedy I could get my hands on, but nothing helped. If anything, things just kept getting worse. There was heavy bleeding and unbearable pain; basically everything this condition throws at you.
Then about four years ago, after one particular bowel movement, I just couldn't stop the bleeding. I ended up in the ER and stayed in the hospital for three days. It wasn't until the second day that the bleeding finally stopped (after going through God knows how many Always pads), and that's when they told me I needed urgent surgery because I had grade 3 and 4 internal and external hemorrhoids. To make matters worse, I couldn't even use Faktu cream because it would trigger fresh bleeding.
So, I went through with the surgery. The doctor mentioned it was a tough one🤷, though I didn't really grasp what he meant and wasn't exactly brave enough to ask.
Basically, they told me they fixed everything except for one small external one that would eventually just rot away or something (and honestly, since I didn't even know about the internal ones, whenever I felt pain or inflammation, it was right in that spot where they left that "little" thing).
Still, I was happy. I thought the nightmare was over, despite enduring that week-long postoperative recovery—anyone who's been through it knows exactly how brutal that is.
And then, a few months later, 🙂
That little thing they said would just recede and disappear is causing problems again (I can feel it after a bowel movement, and it feels as large as a thumb). And the heavy bleeding is back, the pain is constant, and if I don't lie down for half an hour to an hour after using the bathroom, there's no way I can survive the day without some kind of painkiller. If I drink for a couple of days, I'm living on Voltaren and stuff...
So now, I'm facing the whole cycle again: the prep before surgery (which was the absolute worst part of the whole ordeal for me), the procedure itself, and then the massive headache of post-op recovery.
Now I'm terrified of the whole thing because I know exactly how bad it gets. Plus, I'm stuck wondering—what if it doesn't fix everything this time either?
Writing all this out, I honestly don't know if I'm looking for advice or if I'm just venting.
Sorry for the long post, but I couldn't find a shorter way to explain what I'm going through.

Just look through my posts from March onwards. I’ve detailed everything there, and I think it might help others too. Go see a doctor immediately; you're only making the situation more complicated by waiting. Don't be afraid. Honestly, after everything I've been through, I'm not scared of much anymore. Avoiding a standard procedure is a bad move. I've shared plenty of advice based exactly on what my doctor and his team told me—everything from the specifics to my life during the recovery period. If you were in my city (Boston), I’d recommend you go to the specialist who saved both me and many others. Don't fear it; you have to get it operated on. What you're going through is terrible. Once the surgery is done properly, life starts over. And I mean a real, high-quality life... Good luck...😉

vividsailor7 said:You really ought to check in with a proctologist.
I'm wondering if this can just go away for good so it doesn't come back (that's my main concern here).It can, though there's no guarantee.
Should I apply it inside as well, or just on the surface? Use Neven's ointment or Hemophar both internally and externally.

At the end of the day, you just need to figure out what stage we're looking at. These are all early-stage struggles and nothing is cause for panic right now, but if you're a doctor, you certainly know more about this than I ever will. It could be several years before things actually get worse or escalate. In fact, once the situation becomes unbearable, people usually end up begging to just have the surgery. Like you mentioned, the key is finding a solid surgeon to finally put this nuisance behind you once and for all...🙂

Your primary care physician can write you a prescription...

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:It honestly looks like a nightmare, especially if surgery follows. But tell me, am I supposed to apply this Fact externally or internally? Just for my own info, I started applying it about 24 hours ago and frankly, there’s zero improvement. This is a first for me. I’ve dealt with hemorrhoids before, but usually, they’d flare up on a Monday and be gone by Tuesday or Wednesday at the latest. Now I'm starting to get worried because these have been bothering me since Tuesday and it's already Sunday. :/

Try putting a little bit inside too; it has that nice ridged applicator tip on the side to help it go on smoothly. It sounds like you're still in the early stages, but I’d really suggest seeing a good doctor to get it checked out when you can. Modern methods are incredibly effective—once they cauterize those internal veins supplying the blood to the hemorrhoids, the problem is basically solved. Also, try not to sit on the toilet for too long...

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:I spend a ton of time sitting anyway. I’m actually a high school senior heading to college next year, so sitting is going to be a huge part of my life regardless. If classrooms were designed so you could actually stand up, I’d take it in a heartbeat, but that's just not how it works. Once I get home from school, it's straight to studying, practicing, and drafting in AutoCAD—since I'm in a construction and surveying program, sitting at a computer is basically my entire job description. My future is pretty much set to involve a lot of sitting. Still, "a lot" is subjective, isn't it? For some people, it might mean an hour, for others five, or even ten. It really depends on your perspective.

Auuu, so young and already dealing with hemorrhoids...🙄 Sitting isn't actually the culprit here; you don't get them just from sitting down. You probably just need to focus on a healthier lifestyle and better nutrition. This is only the beginning, though. To prevent bigger issues down the road, you should look into a non-invasive procedure soon to get rid of them for good. If people actually realized how easy and simple those procedures are, everyone would just do it right away and move on with their lives...

Nathan Harris said:Believe me, when you're pulling a 12-hour shift and there isn't a shower in sight, some wet wipes can be a total lifesaver until you finally get home to a real shower.😁

Anyway, I get hit by it here and there, depending on if I end up sitting on a cold bench outside or something. :/ Hemopropin helps, but then the next day the itching is so intense I feel like I could scrub it with a brush.😁

Yeah, I remember once things flared up and the hemorrhoids were really inflamed, the itching was brutal right as they started to subside. You honestly just want to scrub the area raw.😁 But as long as it doesn't hurt, it's...

Damn, how quickly things fade away. I’m already starting to forget the names of all my medications, almost as if I never even dealt with hemorrhoids in the first place. Honestly, surgery was the way to go...

vividsailor7 said:Take Dolokain, for example. Some of my patients have had pretty positive results with Doloprotect, so I definitely take your word for it (honestly, some people have tried just about everything under the sun).

Well, yeah, Dolokain—it's just that when I was editing my post, I didn't phrase it quite right and ended up mixing things up. I actually wrote about this before; I probably have one of the worst horror stories on this entire forum. If anyone is curious about exactly which meds I used and how the recovery went after surgery, you can find that post elsewhere. To clarify: Dolokain for massage, and Lidoproct for post-op application.

vividsailor7 said:I was looking at the Lidoproct instructions. In the US, Doloproct is the equivalent.

EDIT: Just to clarify, Doloproct and Lidoproct are essentially the same thing. One version uses Lidocaine in a gel format, which hits hard and works fast, but it doesn't last very long. On the other hand, Lidoproct is the gold standard for hemorrhoids—honestly, it might be the best cream ever made for this. I've tried just about everything out there, but Lidoproct is my top pick. I'm recommending it based on real experience here.

vividsailor7 said:By the way, Fact ointment requires a prescription. If Fact doesn't do the trick, you might want to try other options like Hemopropin, Doloproct on prescription, or Dolokain.... Lidoproct isn't actually registered here in the US.

Using Lidoproct for topical treatment and Doloproct for rectal digital massage after surgery is an excellent combination. Even if Lidoproct isn't available in the US, you can easily pick up Lidoproct without a prescription at any pharmacy just across the border for a few bucks. Lidoproct works wonders because it numbs the tissue; it truly has anesthetic and anti-inflammatory effects. My warm recommendations to anyone suffering from rectal or hemorrhoid issues...

Frank Edwards95 said:$12 is the Fact. I'm honestly not even sure if you can get it without a prescription anymore. The pharmacist told me that you can't even pick up suppositories over the counter these days without one.

Man, back when I was dealing with hemorrhoids, things were at least more accessible here. I remember all those creams used to be around ten or fifteen bucks.

I don't know, it might be a small detail. But honestly, Doloproct is much better. I used that gel—doing the digital massage after applying it internally with the applicator—right after my surgery. Doloproct is incredible for pain relief. You should try to track down Lidoproct. It's made by Bosnalijek, and frankly, they're probably the only ones who really know how to get a formula right. It’s possible it's produced in the US as a generic under a similar name. It is an amazing cream because it literally numbs the tissue once you apply it. It's white, too, so it won't stain your clothes like other brands do. Just be careful not to ruin your clothes if you pick something else. Basically, once you apply it, don't spread things out too much and watch how you sit so everything doesn't just smear off.😁

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:I'm going to head out tomorrow to pick up some Fact cream. I don't feel like waiting around. Do I need a prescription for it?

I'm not upset at all, where did you hear that? You don't need a prescription for Fact. There is one downside to Fact, though—it doesn't have any cortisol, which is what actually fights the pain. Give it a shot; for milder cases, it should help. When my situation got complicated, it didn't do a thing for me, but maybe it'll work for you. As for using wet wipes—don't do that. It's better to just wash with water several times a day to deal with sweat and keep the area feeling fresh. Just make sure you stay clean. Good luck...

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:I don't need money for the beach since I live in Miami; the ocean is basically free for me. I'll skip the pizza and junk food too. But tell me about using that Solee cream, the powder, and those aloe and chamomile wipes—should I actually be using them or what? Honestly, ever since Wednesday, it’s become even more sensitive to the touch, so I feel like I shouldn't put anything on it at all. Plus, being sick is making things worse because I can't stop coughing. Could that really be a factor? I'm staying away from alcohol, and I'll stick to fruit, obviously.

It looks like nothing you're doing is actually working. Forget about Solee; it isn't doing much. You should pick up some Fact, Lidoproct, Doloproct, or something similar and give that a shot. And why bother with wet wipes? You really need to wash up after using the bathroom. Hygiene is non-negotiable here; it's the most important part. I honestly don't get how people can just wipe and call it a day. It must be washed, especially when you're dealing with hemorrhoids. If the area is too tender to touch (which sounds a bit extreme, but okay), then just head to the bathroom and rinse the area in the shower before applying one of those medicated creams. Ultimately, though, your best bet is to see a specialist so they can take a look...

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:I was out this past Monday, and when I got back home around 6 AM, I noticed my hemorrhoids were flaring up again. Honestly, I've dealt with them for quite a while now; they just come and go, so I don't let it stress me out too much. But I have a question about what's happening now. Yesterday, one was about 3mm thick and maybe 6-7mm long, but today it's already half that size. Can I still head to the beach? Yesterday I used some standard Solee cream, and this morning I've already wiped down twice with those aloe and chamomile baby wipes. Is it okay to use those wipes while I'm traveling? And can I really go to the beach? I’m hoping it clears up by tomorrow. It doesn't hurt on its own, but it definitely stings if I touch it. :/

You can totally go to the beach, just be mindful of the hemorrhoids. Watch your diet—stay away from spicy foods and make sure you aren't getting constipated. Also, grab some actual hemorrhoid cream. Check out the old posts here; whatever I used worked wonders for me...