Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?
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Hi everyone!
So, a few days ago I developed a hemorrhoid—I think it's an external one—and it's actually quite uncomfortable. It looks red and swollen, but when I touch it while applying some ointment, it feels like there's a little lump inside the swelling, so I'm wondering what the best course of action might be. It's been three days now and it hasn't really cleared up. I've naturally started using wet wipes, eating plenty of apples, chard, and spinach, drinking tons of water, and making sure to wash with cool water after every bathroom trip. What I'm most curious about is whether I should stay rested and lie down more, or if walking is better, because I've noticed that when I sleep and wake up in the morning, the swelling seems to have gone down a bit, but then it tends to flare up again during the day. I haven't made it to the doctor just yet, but if things don't improve by this weekend, I'll definitely go see one.
Thanks for the help!
So, a few days ago I developed a hemorrhoid—I think it's an external one—and it's actually quite uncomfortable. It looks red and swollen, but when I touch it while applying some ointment, it feels like there's a little lump inside the swelling, so I'm wondering what the best course of action might be. It's been three days now and it hasn't really cleared up. I've naturally started using wet wipes, eating plenty of apples, chard, and spinach, drinking tons of water, and making sure to wash with cool water after every bathroom trip. What I'm most curious about is whether I should stay rested and lie down more, or if walking is better, because I've noticed that when I sleep and wake up in the morning, the swelling seems to have gone down a bit, but then it tends to flare up again during the day. I haven't made it to the doctor just yet, but if things don't improve by this weekend, I'll definitely go see one.
Thanks for the help!