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ruggedtinker43 said:Hi everyone, I had the THD procedure done, so I wanted to share my experience.
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I haven't been online since my last post describing my THD procedure and the results following it.
However, four and a half years later, the hemorrhoids are back.😢

It’s nothing compared to the stage they were at before the surgery, but they are present, and I definitely feel the pain, burning, and discomfort. There is no bleeding, just occasional prolapse, though it settles down quickly.

They were likely there all along, developing slowly. I didn't have any issues during that entire period—until one "messy" weekend involving more alcohol than usual, plenty of junk food, and very little sleep. That was undoubtedly the trigger, because everything flared up by Monday.

Now I'm weighing my options. I went through a box of Fact suppositories; things calmed down a bit, but the problem isn't gone. I see some people recommending Detralex, so I'll try a dose of that as well.
If that doesn't work, I will probably have to undergo the THD procedure again. After the first time, I was completely wrecked. I really don't want to go through that recovery process ever again.

Greetings everyone, I’ve undergone a THD procedure and decided to share my experience here.

This all started over eight years ago, which is actually why I originally joined this forum. My first post was back in late 2011, but it wasn't until about two years ago that I finally took action by seeing a proctologist. You can find my previous posts within this thread.

To be blunt, the last year or two were the absolute worst. I was dealing with Grade II and III hemorrhoids. Every month or two, I’d suffer heavy bleeding during bowel movements, which would last anywhere from a week to two weeks. Lately, it became a constant issue after every single movement, accompanied by prolapse. Sometimes it took five minutes to resolve, sometimes hours, and occasionally it wouldn't stay tucked in all day. It was pure misery—constant discomfort, pressure, irritation, and occasional pain.

At the end of last year, I finally pulled the trigger on surgery and opted for the THD method. I was scheduled for mid-January of this year.

The procedure itself and the recovery period went smoothly without major complications, which is standard for this type of surgery.
The operation lasted about 40 minutes. I was given a pain injection immediately following the procedure. I stayed at the clinic for observation for a short while. After about two hours, once the initial medication began to wear off, I received another injection and was discharged to go home. From there, I just managed the pain with standard over-the-counter pills.

The first two days post-op were brutal. Severe constipation. Nothing would move, regardless of how much I strained. Now, straining isn't recommended when you have hemorrhoids, but I had no other choice—it felt like I desperately needed to go, but nothing happened except perhaps something tiny and unnoticeable. My diet consisted mostly of soups, soft foods, puddings, and occasionally something slightly more solid; I also used paraffin oil. It wasn't until the third day that I had a somewhat normal bowel movement, though it was quite painful. I was sweating profusely and leaving the restroom completely drenched. This continued for about a week after the procedure, which aligns exactly with what the staff at the clinic told me: that the intense pain would subside after a week. Each day, the pain decreased. Over the following month, if I knew I had eaten something particularly dry, I’d take a tablespoon or two of paraffin oil before bed to prevent issues the next morning.

Everything has been normal since then. No sign of hemorrhoids, no bleeding, no prolapse—nothing. I make sure to keep my time on the toilet as brief as possible; I sit, finish, and get up immediately. I also shower right after my morning routine.

I went in for a follow-up about 40 days after the procedure. Once I described my symptoms and current status, the doctors knew immediately that everything was fine. They confirmed it after performing the exam.

I read discussions here about people experiencing recurrences after a few years. I fully intend to prevent that from happening. I plan to regulate my diet as much as possible, stay active, avoid sitting on the toilet for long periods, avoid cold surfaces, and follow all the necessary lifestyle adjustments.

Bottom line: I feel like a new man. Results clearly vary from person to person, but if anyone is on the fence, I highly recommend it. For me, it was worth every penny.

Has anyone here actually tried paraffin oil?
What’s the recommended dosage, and how many days should you stay on it?
I really need to know if there's a specific cutoff point where you have to stop taking it to avoid doing some kind of damage to your system.

Ethan Moore74 said:Exactly. I was also considering the THD method, but my doctor insists that LHP laser treatment is superior. The recovery time is significantly shorter, there's no cutting or stitching, no bleeding, and you start seeing results within just a few days. I’m having this done here in Germany, though I know LHP is available at private clinics in Washington, D.C., for about $4000. If you're paying out of pocket for THD, my advice is to go with the LHP laser method instead. Feel free to ask anything; I know exactly what you're going through. LP

Even with THD, there isn't any cutting or stitching involved. That's precisely why I chose it over a "standard" surgery. Plus, it's cheaper than LHP—I believe it's around $3000.

https://www.mallofamerica.com/treatment-hemorrhoids-via-thd-method/

Ethan Moore74 said:...
I've decided on the LHP laser procedure. My appointment is set for November 22nd, and I'm counting down the days until I finally get rid of these hemorrhoids.
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Please, reach out after the surgery. Let me know how it went, how the recovery is moving along, etc.

I want surgery too, but I’m looking at the THD method, and I plan to get it done as soon as possible. I just need to consult with my doctor first because my proctologist claimed that specific procedure is a "scam" and completely useless. I want to see if she agrees with that assessment.

Lately, the issues haven't been as frequent as they used to be. But when they do hit, the whole situation makes me feel physically ill for a while.

I've had enough of this nonsense, which is why I'm pulling the trigger on surgery.

ruggedtinker43 said:Hey, I'm new here. I registered specifically because of some issues I've been dealing with over the last few days, and by all accounts, it's hemorrhoids. 😢
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Hello.

This quote is part of a post I wrote over six years ago when this all started. I haven't posted since then. Here is the rest of the story. 🙂

From the first time I saw blood after a bowel movement, the bleeding occurred periodically—roughly every three or four months. It wasn't much blood; maybe a few drops in the toilet bowl and a trace on the paper. Then it would subside after a few days. This went on for two or three years.

Then the frequency increased to about every two months. The amount of blood remained roughly the same, and it would still last a few days. That lasted for about a year.

After that, the volume of blood increased significantly. It wasn't just a few drops or traces on the paper anymore; the entire toilet bowl would be bloody, splattered from rim to rim, with a stream of blood running down the sides. This would happen every month and a half to two months for an entire year.

Following that, the duration of the bleeding increased. It was no longer just a few days followed by a few weeks of remission. Now, it's almost the opposite: heavy bleeding lasts for two to three weeks, and the periods without bleeding only last ten days to a week.

That was when I finally took action, and my doctor referred me to a proctologist.
I had my first exam less than a year ago. Since then, I've had several follow-ups. In the meantime, I used various creams and suppositories, but they didn't really help. I underwent a colonoscopy, and the results were clear; hemorrhoids are the sole cause of the bleeding. I believe I have just one, located on the right side, Grade II/III. The proctologist told me I don't need to come back unless the situation worsens. If that happens, we'll decide on next steps, which might include surgery.

Over the last six months, things have calmed down slightly. The bleeding doesn't last two or three weeks anymore, just a few days. When it does start, I try to stick to a liquid or soft food diet—puddings, yogurt, and things like that. The logic is that if the stool is softer, it won't irritate the hemorrhoid as much, allowing the bleeding to stop faster.

My bowel movements are regular; I aim for once a day. I've noticed that if I go twice or more, I irritate the area, which can trigger bleeding. So, I try to maintain a once-a-day rhythm and always shower immediately afterward.

Additionally, for the past few months, I've experienced prolapse after almost every bowel movement. Sometimes it recedes on its own within minutes—I can see it's gone after showering—but sometimes it takes several hours, depending on how far it protruded and how swollen it is. If it doesn't recede quickly, it causes problems during the day. It can be painful or chafing, and I can't function normally because it creates stress; I worry about bleeding through my clothes, which has actually happened two or three times already.

So, I want to know: if it doesn't go back in on its own after a few minutes, is it okay to "force" it back in with a finger?

I also see recommendations to take one or two teaspoons of olive or flaxseed oil. I'm going to try that to see if it helps.

Hey, I'm new here. I decided to register specifically because of some issues I've been dealing with over the last few days, and by all accounts, it looks like hemorrhoids. 😢

This post is going to be a bit long because there's a lot to get through. 🙂

Basically, this all started about two years ago. Right at the base of my spine—very low down—a lump appeared between my buttocks. I didn't even notice it until it started bleeding; I only realized something was wrong when I saw blood on my boxers. After that, it would bleed for a couple of days, then settle down, shrink, and stop bleeding or hurting entirely. I noticed that it swells up after I sit for long periods. Then the bleeding starts again, and it follows this periodic cycle every month or two or so. I knew what hemorrhoids were, but since I'm young, I didn't think I could be dealing with them already. I did some research on various chemicals and stuff, and I basically lived under the assumption that I had hemorrhoids. Since there are external and internal types, mine is likely external. So, I've just been dragging myself along with this for the last two years.

However, about two weeks ago, things changed. I spent almost the entire day sitting. That’s just my life right now—I'm still a student studying Computer Science, so naturally, most of my time is spent in front of a computer. There's constant programming and all the usual grind. Yeah, I sat all day, though obviously, I'd get up occasionally to eat or hit the restroom. But one night, from about 6:00 PM until maybe 1:00 or 2:00 AM, I was sitting straight through. When I finally decided I'd had enough and tried to stand up from my chair, I felt a sharp pain in the anal area. It wasn't unbearable, but it was definitely pain. I panicked a little, telling myself it couldn't be anything serious, and went to bed, but the pain persisted. I fell asleep with it. The next morning, I went to sit up on the bed and realized I couldn't sit normally. It hurts like hell, and it’s also driving me to the bathroom. I go to the toilet, but I can never seem to finish. It constantly feels like there's a piece of crap stuck there that won't come out. I strain, I try everything, but nothing happens. I thought to myself, "This is it, these are real hemorrhoids." But there was no blood this time—just that sensation of incomplete evacuation. I found myself heading to the bathroom four or five times a day because the urge was constant, but whenever I sat down, nothing happened; I just felt that mass, which I assume is the hemorrhoid. 😁 For the next week, I made sure to sit as little as possible. I spent most of my time lying on my bed on something soft to minimize pressure. After three or four days from the initial onset of pain, the pain subsided, and I could sit and use the bathroom normally again.

That is, until four days ago, when I spent nearly the whole day at the computer again. It was the exact same thing: the moment I tried to stand up, the pain hit. Everything repeated itself—the sensation of being unable to empty my bowels completely. It was fine until this morning, when I noticed blood on the toilet paper. That really spooked me. It had never bled before, but this time there was a significant amount. The day passed, and tonight I see traces of blood on my boxers again. Now I'm actually getting worried.

So, what now? I haven't told anyone about this because, frankly, it's an awkward topic, and considering how young I am, I feel even more embarrassed.

What should I do? How do I fix this? Ideally, if possible, I want to handle this without seeing a doctor, a Proctologist, or whoever else handles this. Just creams, ointments, pills, whatever.
What do you all recommend?

Thanks!