Michael Diaz4 said:Well, it’s certainly not advisable. I recall reading an article by a prominent professor stating that hemorrhoids can be caused by certain sexual practices. Essentially, consistency is everything—you need regular bowel movements, minimal straining, and you have to stay properly hydrated...
Michael, I’ve gone back and read through all your previous posts, and after looking even closer this time, I feel terrible that I didn't pay more attention to the specific creams you were using. My surgeon didn't bother prescribing anything at all after my procedure, and let me tell you, those six weeks were pure agony. I was just relying on Advil. Mind you, I’m from Mexico and had my surgery there, so perhaps they don't carry the same things; they usually just suggest a Fact, so I haven't heard of those two you mentioned.
Anyway, I wanted to ask you: how is your condition now? What does the area actually look like? And how do you manage when you deal with harder stools? I'm asking so I can compare my experience to yours. I underwent the exact same surgery you did about eight months ago, though I didn't have polyps like you did. My doctor is considered one of our top surgeons, but unfortunately, he isn't a proctologist; since he had only a handful of patients before me, I suppose I was his guinea pig. He typically handles cancer surgeries for the heart, lungs, and so on, so this kind of thing was child's play to him, but I still harbor some skepticism. I’m constantly terrified that he didn't perform the procedure correctly or that I simply fall into that unlucky three percent. This is because after every bowel movement—except for the rare times when things are exceptionally soft—three little lumps or protrusions swell up. That's what surgeons call them; they are essentially the remnants of the external hemorrhoids he removed, and they become so painful that I have to lie on my side until the inflammation subsides, much like when I originally had hemorrhoids. It varies in intensity depending on my stool consistency. I actually suspect I still have one actual hemorrhoid left, because compared to these small bumps, sometimes a larger one swells up. Occasionally, I see a tiny bit of fresh blood on the toilet paper, maybe a couple of drops.
I truly thought this would pass, but it feels like things are getting worse. The area still looks quite raw. While it is significantly better than when I first had hemorrhoids—the pain is manageable—the discomfort is constant. I follow a strict diet religiously; I discovered that ground flaxseed is a lifesaver for keeping things soft. I've been taking a tablespoon in my soup daily with plenty of water for six months now, and when I do, everything passes smoothly. But if I miss even a single day, my stool hardens slightly and the trouble starts immediately. I paid $1,600 for the surgery. I hesitate to go back to him because I fear he isn't truly a specialist in this niche and might just tell me it's normal or suggest another surgery—and I simply don't have the strength or the money for that. We don't have many proctologists here who are proficient in these specific methods; this clinic was the only one in the entire country to acquire their specialized equipment two years ago, and he is the only one trained to use it. Going elsewhere just isn't a financial possibility for me right now. I am at a loss; honestly, there have been moments where I’ve thought about ending it all. I can't deal with the hemorrhoids anymore, and I can't endure the torture of the surgery, the anesthesia, the pain, or the agonizing bathroom trips. It’s hell. So, I have to ask: do you experience anything similar, or have you dealt with this too?
I'm asking you because I want to know if you've faced this exact same thing...
Even now, tears are streaming down my face as I write this.