Posts by Joshua Kim2

Arthur Jones4 said:Since everyone keeps obsessing over this "miracle" Pilex stuff, I did a little digging online and found something insane: the jumbo pack, which costs about $200 here, is listed on www.pilex.com for exactly $52!!!!!!! Does every single company in this country need a million percent profit margin? It’s ridiculous!!!!

P.S. Just so there's no confusion, I'm not questioning if the tablets actually work—it just makes me sick to see prices like that.

Damn... I actually tried to order some myself, but customs totally screwed me over. They were all like, "Oh, we can't clear tablets without a full inspection," blah blah blah. They refunded my money for the product, but they kept the shipping costs... just total nonsense. Apparently, over the last two years, everything changed because of all this "aligning with European Union regulations" nonsense. Before that, it used to go through without a hitch.

P.S. Back when I could still order them easily (before all those... EU regulations), I’d pay $52 + $6.95 for shipping + customs and sales tax. And get this: the thieves actually charge you customs and tax on the shipping costs too. By the end, the whole thing cost me nearly $167. Honestly, you have to move out of the US to find any sanity!

Anonymous said:I just wanted to weigh in on Detralex tablets. They actually work, and they work big time.
Especially during those brutal flare-ups—you know, when you're stuck in bed popping Advil just to cope. During an acute episode (when things are really leaking), taking them for 2 or 3 days can totally turn things around. Of course, you need to stay on them longer-term because they actually help repair the blood vessels. I think I know what I'm talking about... I’ve been dealing with this for 20 years. Steroids, baths, incisions, endless diet changes... basically everything described as "chronic daily suffering." The downside? Detralex is outrageously expensive ($200 5 boxes... which lasts maybe 2-3 months depending on the person). But over in Canada, you can grab them over the counter at pharmacies, and they're nearly 50% cheaper than they are here ($117 for 5 boxes). Personally, during a bad flare, I take 3X2 for 3 days and then taper off... they really do help me (assuming you follow strict hygiene, soak in baths, watch the wheat intake, etc.—but we all know the drill on this forum). If you want a more serious scientific deep dive, check this out:

I don't get why being priced out $200 for 5 boxes isn't a non-issue if it completely solves your problem. If you're just using creams, you'll burn through about $33 a month, and they barely provide any actual relief.
Over a year, that adds up to $400, yet you're complaining about spending $200 on 5 boxes of Detralex to fix the issue entirely. Honestly, arguing about the price of health and quality of life feels pretty pointless.

The only catch is if you have to take Detralex constantly, and $200 covers 2-3 months, then you're looking at $800 to $1200 a year. That's definitely not nothing, but if it works and you can swing it, why wouldn't you?
A cheaper alternative for me has been Pilex. It holds its own for me, lasting anywhere from 4 months to over a year (depending on how it goes) after a single 14-day course of one capsule a day. It costs less than $200.
By the way, I don't really bother with dieting or anything else. Maybe the effects would last longer if I did, but honestly, changing my lifestyle and habits is just too much work...

Thanks for the link to that study. I was curious if Detralex had any side effects from long-term use, and I found this: "Taking diosmin (the active ingredient in Detralex) is not recommended while breastfeeding. Possible side effects include digestive issues and autonomic nervous system disturbances." I don't think that's a dealbreaker; if you read the fine print on any medication box, you'd never take anything! :-)
As for Pilex, I saw it’s not recommended for pregnant women, but nursing mothers are fine. For me personally, it actually regulated my digestion rather than messing it up. As for the nervous system part... well, who knows? :-)

Anonymous said:Hey everyone,

Desperation is what dragged me back to this forum—specifically to this thread. I developed hemorrhoids about two or three days ago. I’ve spent the last few days scouring the entire internet trying to figure out what to do, and honestly? I feel more clueless now than when I started. Let’s get to the point: I need help. Real, actionable help. Not just endless chatter. And before you ask, no, the situation isn't life-threatening, but it's miserable. I’m living in the Netherlands right now, so half the remedies you guys suggest or those old-school home remedies won't work for me because I simply can't find them here. So, please, I am begging for some actual advice. I know, I know... "read all twelve pages of this thread." Believe me, I did. But like I said, I didn't come out any smarter for it. One person says use cold water, another says hot. It’s a mess. I even checked some Dutch websites, but they just repeat the same thing that doesn't even sound right to me. Their take is basically that creams and suppositories don't actually make the hemorrhoids go away; they just dull the pain. According to them, the only real fix is diet, lifestyle changes, or surgery. My diet is decent (clearly not decent enough if this happened), and my activity level is fine since I hit the gym regularly. So, if you feel even half as stupid as I do after reading this rant, imagine how I feel dealing with all these contradictory "expert" tips.

Please, help me out. I’m seriously losing my mind from the pain and the sheer frustration of it all.

PS: I'm 25... if that matters at all.

Thanks from the bottom of my heart for any advice or help you can give.

Best regards,

Ivica

Oh, and I forgot to mention—since this started, I've been using a custom cream I got from a local pharmacy. It helped with the pain slightly—before, I couldn't sit down or stand up without wanting to scream—but the swelling hasn't gone down one bit.

Ivica, man, I am so sorry you're dealing with this at only 25. Since you've already combed through the whole forum, I'm not sure what else I can tell you, but I really hope you find some relief soon. I've posted my own experiences before, and while I hate to repeat myself, that was the only thing that truly worked for me.

Good luck!
P.S. — I also shared a recipe that helped a guy over in a small town in the Midwest, so maybe check if you have any elderberry nearby...

Arthur Jones4 said:Hey, I'm new here. Look, if you want to keep those hemorrhoids under control, diet is everything. Seriously. I managed to stop some really heavy internal bleeding just by fixing what I eat and changing my lifestyle. Stick to soft foods—boiled, stewed, overcooked stuff—lots of leafy greens. Cut out anything that makes you bloated. Eat plenty of fruit, drink compote, and stay away from processed junk. Most importantly, learn to listen to your own body. You'll eventually figure out exactly what triggers your symptoms. And you have to be stubborn about it. People around you can get weird when you suddenly change your habits, and that's usually when you start wavering. Once you lose focus, everything goes downhill fast...
By the way, I'm doing a little research on hemorrhoids, so if you feel like sharing, let me know your blood type... thanks.

I hope this helps you out. I'm O+. As for the diet part, eating like you suggested would be perfect, but because my lifestyle is pretty messy, I end up eating a lot of dry, low-quality food quite often. That definitely doesn't help keep things calm.
Luckily, I still have them under control despite all that—but maybe I should keep quiet so I don't look like a walking advertisement for the condition... 🙂

Best regards, and please share your research results—we're all interested! :-)

Kate Davis23 said:I haven't tried anything besides chamomile and fatty creams. I actually consulted a doctor about all this, and he told me straight up: if you touch that thick part of the colon once, you’re back to square one. The hemorrhoids will just come right back. So, surgery isn't even on the table for me. Even if the pain becomes unbearable—which, let's be honest, handling pain isn't exactly my specialty--😬

I've been dealing with chemical issues since I was 22. By the time I hit 27, things got so bad—constant bleeding and pain every single day—that I was actually looking at surgery. But somehow, I managed to fix the whole thing completely without ever going under the knife.
As you saw in some of my earlier posts, people accused me of being a walking advertisement just because I sounded a little too excited about Pilex. But how can I not be? After years of misery and trying everything under the sun, I finally solved the problem in just a few days, and it didn't hurt a bit.
I can't just sit here and act indifferent or turn a blind eye to someone else's struggle when I know there's something out there that works this effectively. I know firsthand how absolutely unbearable and agonizing this can get.

Please, don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to push anyone into anything. I honestly just want you to solve this so you can forget you ever had these problems in the first place.

Best,

Anonymous said:Look, I said this almost a month ago, but it comes down to this: you have to figure out your own personal math. I don't know how much you spend on dining out or weekend trips every month. That $600 isn't based on my lifestyle, it's based on mine. Maybe you need $1000 for a whole month, but I don't. If you can actually afford to drop that kind of cash, go for it. All I'm saying is that for ME, that amount is way too much.

If I grab a drink every third day and pick up the tab for a friend, I’m looking at about $10 (which is roughly $100 a month). And that doesn't even touch the occasional big night out—which doesn't happen often, but still—or food, which is easily the biggest drain on my wallet and something I can't really cut back on. Honestly, I can't make those $200 work. But if someone else can pull it off, maybe I'll give it another shot.
If I manage to crack the code, I'll share my budget with everyone. I'm sure it could save a lot of people some serious cash.😉

Anonymous said:👍 I agree. I read all twelve pages of this thread, and seeing how Joshua Kim2 keeps bringing up that Pilex stuff over and over made me want to gag. Besides, some people think $200 those pills are way too much—you could basically live off them and be regular for a whole month. Joshua Kim2, seriously, tone down the sales pitch. It’s starting to feel like you’re getting a kickback for this ad.

It’s pretty sad to see my good intentions get trashed like this. It’s like you guys don't actually want people to feel better. Let’s be real: nobody can force anyone else to buy anything.
All we can do is share what worked for us!
If you had spent years dealing with digestive issues and hemorrhoids like I did, only to finally get cured in a few days, you wouldn't be reacting this way.

By all means, please give me the "recipe" so I can just eat and go to the bathroom once a month using $200. I'd be super grateful since I'll be saving enough cash to fund the trips you clearly can't afford right now.😎

Kenneth Williams36 said:Honestly, she didn't misunderstand a thing. She’s just one of those "know-it-alls"—or at least she thinks she is—who genuinely enjoys messing with people. A few pages back, she tried the same thing with me. Look, she isn't going to buy a medication just because you tell her it's good. Good God, the nonsense people pull.👎

Yeah, I saw 🙂 but you really shouldn't take anything personally. I'm convinced it all comes from a good place. Honestly, having to repeat myself over and over is getting on my nerves too, and frankly, I don't even want to engage anymore. At the end of the day, it's just good intentions. Why would anyone choose to suffer if they didn't have to?
Cheers!

silentcanyon102 said:My doctor told me straight up that at my age—only 25—surgery isn't the move. He thinks I'm way too young to go under the knife, and his reasoning is pretty grim: once you start messing with the lower GI tract, there's no going back to how things were. Plus, he mentioned hemorrhoids have a nasty habit of coming right back even after you get them fixed. So, I'm trying everything else under the sun, but surgery? Absolutely not.

Bravo. I'm with you 100%. I dealt with them when I was 22. 😎
Good luck!

Kate Davis23 said:I deal with what some people call "lazy gut," so every single trip to the bathroom ends up triggering hemorrhoids—both internal and external. Using Hemoroidin helps for a little while, but then it’s like my body just goes immune to it, and I’m right back at square one. My doctor actually suggested surgery, but she thinks I'm too young for it because she believes I'll never truly be rid of them anyway. I don't know... 😢

Ever thought about trying some high-quality probiotics?
Have you actually sat down and consulted with a specialist about that?

Best,

Sandra Wood45 said:Joshua Kim2, you're basically running an anti-ad campaign here. You've repeated your recommendation so many times I'm convinced everyone following this thread has your experience memorized by heart. But honestly, when someone keeps hammering the same point over and over, it starts looking suspicious.
I thought about trying Pilex after your first post, but now? No way. Not even if it were free.

I really don't get why things need to be constantly repeated.

Kudos to you if you're actually trying to help people, but there's such a thing as overkill.

You've got a point—overdoing it isn't great. Personally, I don't care what anyone decides to buy or what they want to spend their money on. But look, I've tried everything under the sun, and I can't help but mention what actually worked for me. At the end of the day, that's what forums are for: sharing real-world experiences.
It's a shame you took my good intentions the wrong way.

Best,

Walter Morris3 said:Just jumping in here. I dealt with a hemorrhoid that was absolute torture. Faktu cream works for a minute, then the pain just comes crawling back. What actually saved me were those "Hemoroidin"🙏 capsules from Encijan—you can just grab them over the counter at any CVS. If someone already mentioned this in the thread, my bad. I haven't read every single post yet.

Glad to hear the Hemoroidin capsules worked for you. You probably didn't have it nearly as bad as I did. Before my surgery, things were a total disaster, and honestly, nothing worked except Pilex.

silentcanyon102 said:I really need some help (if I'm totally wrong here, please don't be harsh, but I'm actually feeling pretty miserable).
About a week and a half ago, I developed hemorrhoids. Just one. It was massive and incredibly painful. So bad, in fact, that I had to take sick leave and stay in bed for two full days because I couldn't even turn over without agony. I took over-the-counter painkillers, but nothing worked. I tried using Faktu ointment; it helped, but not enough. Then I switched to some homemade calendula salve, and right after that, I ended up with another hemorrhoid—though this one wasn't quite as painful. Right now, I'm using Ultraproct, and I'm feeling somewhat better. However, I heard you shouldn't use this ointment for too long because it can cause damage. So, my question is: how much longer should I keep applying the ointment after the pain subsides? I'm honestly terrified to stop. The hemorrhoids are still there; they haven't fully disappeared, but they have shrunk. They don't hurt intensely anymore, just an itching and stinging sensation.
To top it all off, my period started, which makes everything even more difficult.
Any advice is welcome. For context, my job requires me to sit down for 8 hours straight every single day.
Can anyone with experience tell me how long it usually takes for them to finally go away?

It feels stupid to repeat myself, but when I see people suffering like this, I just can't help myself. Honestly, I didn't know any better until my doctor suggested I try Pilex, which completely resolves the issue for over 80% of people. I've described it in my previous posts, so I genuinely recommend reading those; they're based on my own experience and that of several friends, and they are completely honest.

Good luck!

Susan Torres7 said:She hasn't seen a specialist yet because—and I totally get this—the whole idea just creeps her out. She’s scared and embarrassed..
I told her she really should go, but she’s still working up the nerve.. I asked her
if she’s noticed any blood lately, and she said nothing happens unless
things get a bit constipated or if she misses a day or two; then she notices the lump getting bigger.. and there's a nagging discomfort.

Honestly, it's a total mess.👎

It’s most likely just hemorrhoids, but honestly, getting checked out isn't a bad move. It doesn't take long, maybe a minute or two, 😳it's not even that painful. They just grease you up with Vaseline, use an endoscope, 😲and slide the camera in... some people might actually find it fine, personally I didn't enjoy it one bit 😎but at least now I can sleep easy at night. That's why I recommend it to others. It's not even expensive, probably just a few dozen bucks.
Later!

cosmicstag52 said:Fine, I'll jump in too. I've been lurking here for a bit, but nothing I've read really hits home. Everything feels the same, yet somehow different. I've had those days where it's just external—that stinging, itching, and all that other stuff everyone else talks about—but for me, there’s absolutely no bleeding. Is that actually normal? My doctor told me to go see a surgeon to figure out if this is the usual suspect or something else entirely (maybe something worse)... since I've dealt with other health issues, I'm wondering if this is just a side effect of those. So, does anyone know if it's possible for this to be something else, or is it perfectly normal to have symptoms without any blood? 😕

Honestly, you should probably just go see a specialist for a checkup. The sooner you catch whatever is going on, the easier it is to deal with. Don't sit around waiting—get the exam done so you actually know what you're dealing with. I don't mean to scare you, but knowing the truth is the only way you're going to sleep at night.
Even if it turns out to be typical hemorrhoid symptoms, some other issues can mimic them perfectly. You won't be able to tell the difference without a professional looking at it. 😎
Let us know how the appointment goes 😲 and good luck 👍

Susan Torres7 said:Thanks for the input. I passed along what you said, but I don't think it's quite the same thing... she was feeling pain even when she wasn't having a bowel movement. Like, totally out of nowhere..

When she actually went to the bathroom, she’d get this stinging or sharp cutting sensation, but this specific pain she mentioned supposedly just hit her while she was sitting there watching TV.. It's only happened maybe 4 or 5 times in the last 6 years, but it still happened.. so I figured I'd check if anyone else had dealt with something similar.🙄

Man, I don't even know anymore.. people really have to deal with some weird stuff these days.👎

You're right, thank God I don't deal with that anymore, but I remember how miserable it was back when I didn't have any way to fix it. That's why I want to share what I went through—so other people don't have to suffer, since most can actually find relief just like I did.
It sounds exactly like what I went through—your friend's symptoms are basically a mirror image of mine.
Has your friend actually seen a proctologist for an exam yet?😕

Best,

Susan Torres7 said:Hey guys, a friend of mine asked me about hemorrhoids the other day. I'm obviously not a doctor, so I couldn't give her any real answers, but it looks like you all have plenty of experience dealing with this stuff...

So, apparently, she's been dealing with these two little bumps near her anus for years. They swell up quite a bit whenever she deals with hard stools.
She used to deal with bloody stools a few years back, but then she used some cream and hasn't really seen blood since—maybe once every year or two at most.
After a hard bowel movement, there’s some stinging, but other than that, nothing much happens besides those bumps swelling and shrinking depending on her stool.
But they're always there.

Now, here's the thing... she's getting a little worried because she gets this sharp, cutting pain in that area. It's also very rare, but when it hits, it can be intense. It just lasts for a few seconds, coming in waves.
Has anyone else here dealt with pain like that?

Thanks😘

Man, I've been there. (Ugh, feels like I'm living through Jeremiah). After a few years of this, my bowel movements became so painful I honestly felt like there were shards of glass in there sometimes. It was incredibly, incredibly uncomfortable.
What you're describing sounds like anal fissures. Basically, hard stools or straining causes a tear in the lining, leaving nerves exposed. When the stool passes over them, you get that sudden, sharp, stabbing sensation.
Some creams helped me out a little, but you have to apply them right before you go so there's enough coverage, otherwise, it doesn't work if the stool is too long.
I have to thank God, though, because I actually solved my problem entirely with Pilex. Just taking a few capsules orally did the trick, so I really have to recommend it as my number one choice.👍 🙏 👍
Also, with Pilex, those bumps should eventually disappear or at least shrink significantly. They happen because of increased anorectal pressure, and Pilex helps lower that pressure for most people enough that the hemorrhoids actually recede.
Good luck!

Justin Sullivan5 said:hemorrhoids? please let it be...
It was pretty much the same thing for me about a month ago. While on the toilet or just wiping, I noticed some blood—bright red, I think. My doctor told me that since I deal with constipation and hard stools, I should probably fix my diet because I might have just irritated the lining. She gave me a prescription for Faktu. I used it and thought I was in the clear. It didn't really hurt during the whole ordeal, maybe just a little stinging sensation, like a tiny scratch. But here we go again. Same thing. I see this little nick, no pain, but the blood is back. It’s incredibly stressful seeing blood and immediately jumping to thoughts of serious diseases. Aaaaaahhhhhhh. 👎 help please—I'm praying it's just hemorrhoids :P because it doesn't sting nearly as bad as everyone says hemorrhoid symptoms feel...
help🙏

Hey. Look, I’ve been there, and honestly, mine was way worse. I actually panicked when I saw blood dripping into the bowl, not to mention how much was on the paper. It kept happening until it became a daily occurrence. I tried everything under the sun—Faktu, various creams, you name it. Everything helped a little, but nothing actually fixed the root of the problem until I discovered Pilex. Pilex stopped the bleeding and sorted out all my issues in just 4 or 5 days (you take it for 14 days). Since then, I don't even think about hemorrhoids anymore, so I highly recommend it. It’s a bit pricier, but it's worth every penny (around $200).
The key is taking one capsule orally every day for 14 days. Months after finishing the course, there’s no more bleeding or pain. One time, I went a full year and a half without a single issue from just one 14-day round, and that's without even watching my diet or avoiding things that usually trigger them.

Hope this helps. Let me know how you feel after you finish the Pilex course.
You can check out more info on the product at www.pilex.com

Good luck!

Kenneth Williams36 said:Doctors help people, and people pay them for it. It’s a simple transaction. Everyone walks away happy, everyone gets what they paid for, and the whole system just keeps spinning. Simple, right?
If people hadn't made such a massive stink about this, we’d all be enjoying it for free right now. Instead, thanks to the outrage, everyone who actually wanted to solve their problem just got handed a bill. Hope you're happy with yourself.🙂

Look, that whole attitude of yours isn't exactly winning any prizes. Honestly, given how cryptic and shady you’ve been acting, I’m actually relieved you’re gone. It doesn't matter what kind of half-baked, "secret sauce" recipe you try to peddle now—especially since you're clearly looking to charge a premium for it. Good riddance. 🙄 Look, we’ve all been there. We’ve all cycled through the whole ridiculous spectrum of remedies—from those wild horse chestnut extracts to every other overpriced concoction out there. It's a revolving door of "miracle" cures that usually end up doing nothing at all.
I’m just glad to see that Pilex actually does its job for most people, if not everyone.
😘

Grace Foster37 said:I honestly think you’re headed straight for an abscess, just like I did. I spent forever struggling with constipation, and then one day, out of nowhere, this lump just popped up right above my asshole. Nobody really knows why they happen, though people assume it’s because waste sits there too long, letting bacteria throw a party and cause a massive infection. It's a total nightmare. Unfortunately, once it starts, you can't really stop it.
Once the pain kicks in—that burning sensation and the bleeding when you go—it's game over. Go back to the proctologist and FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU EAT. For me, it all started because of work stress and other nonsense.

I'm with you on that. Better to get back to the specialist ASAP.
Bottom line: see a proctologist first... everything else comes after. Don't wait. 😉
When your car breaks down, you head straight to the mechanic. No big deal.
But with us? Apparently, we don't matter nearly as much as a vintage Tavria from the 80s. 🤣 😛