When it comes to shopping online, I’m looking for some advice. I used to rely on Chime and was honestly really happy with it, but I just signed up for both PayPal and Monzo. Since my Chime card is going to be temporarily blocked for a bit, I need to figure out which of these is actually the better move. Specifically, do any of them have physical agents or branches you can actually visit like Chime does? Also, what are we talking about regarding monthly maintenance fees or other hidden costs?
[QUOTE=Mark Barnes2;88717901]I really hope there’s someone on this forum who can help, because I’m feeling pretty desperate... My issues started about ten days ago. I was traveling for a couple of weeks and spent most of my time sitting around—not very active at all. Then came the big celebration, and I overdid it on the sauerkraut. That usually messes with my digestion, but this time it feels much worse. That day, I had to run to the bathroom five or six times. The next day, the frequency continued, but then I noticed some blood dripping. It’s itchy and painful; every single time I go, it hurts. It feels like an open wound, almost like something is scraping against it. And after every trip to the restroom, a few drops end up in the toilet bowl. I have an appointment with a gastroenterologist this Tuesday, but please, if you have any advice, let me know. I'm totally unprepared for this. Does this sound like hemorrhoids to you?[/QUOTE That sounds like hemorrhoids to me.[/QUOTE]
I didn't see a thread for this, but I figured I'd throw it out there: if you’ve got some savings sitting in a standard bank account, are you just going to let them handle the currency conversion for you, or are you planning to take matters into your own hands? Personally, I'm thinking about withdrawing the cash and buying it myself. Best regards.
I had been doing fine for quite a long time—actually, I wasn't even taking any Prilosec and life was perfectly normal. Then, about two weeks ago, everything just went south. It’s been a total disaster: one external flare-up and likely several internal ones. Currently, I'm taking two Prilosec twice a day and using a lidocaine cream from the drugstore. I took some Advil yesterday, though I'm skipping it today. Yesterday, the pain was absolutely excruciating, but things feel a bit more manageable today. My doctor actually suggested up to six Prilosec tablets a day, but I’m sticking to four for now. How did it get to this point? It escalated from just being constipated for too long. Honestly, God, what a struggle it is to be a patient sometimes. I saw a specialist a few days ago, and surgery isn't even on my radar right now, especially since this keeps coming back.
Has anyone actually tried ordering this Himalaya Pilex from overseas? It shows up at about $20—is it the exact same product we have here, or am I being played?
I’ve tried using a specialized seat cushion, but honestly, it hasn't done a thing. For the past year, I haven't been able to get any relief at all. Now, seeing that even after surgery they can come back, I’m feeling pretty lost. Can anyone give me some advice? Does anyone know about the THD method—who performs it, what kind of price range we're looking at, and was the recovery relatively smooth? Most importantly, does anyone know if the results actually last, or will they just pop back up again in two or three years?
Honestly, I feel like I’ve tried absolutely everything under the sun. I’ve gone through Detralex and used all sorts of ointments—Procten, Hemoprotect, you name it. I’ve even been sipping olive oil like it's water and cutting milk out of my diet entirely. My doctor diagnosed me with stage 2 internal hemorrhoids; they don't bleed, but the constant stabbing pain and that nagging feeling of being unable to fully empty myself is just relentless irritation. It feels like I've hit a dead end. At this point, I think surgery is my only real option, though I have no clue which procedure I actually need. I’m honestly at my wit's end here; if I can't get this sorted, I'm going to lose my mind.
Where did you have your surgery, how much did it cost, and can you get more coverage through insurance?
Sandra Lewis22 said:Here’s my summary of undergoing surgical hemorrhoid removal. The actual procedure went quite smoothly; the hemorrhoid was massive. I requested general anesthesia, and honestly, if I had to go under the knife again, I’d make the exact same choice. I was discharged on the third day—though that only happened after a massive bathroom emergency triggered by some prune juice and yogurt, which was a struggle, to say the least. But the real nightmare started once I got home. Having a bowel movement became an absolute ordeal for a long time; the 20th trip to the restroom felt even worse than the first. Between the tears and drinking enough laxative tea to fill a swimming pool, plus drinking massive amounts of water and loading up on flax, chia seeds, and smoothies you wouldn't believe, I fought tooth and nail for a daily movement. I couldn't afford to let things get hard or skip a single day; for me, that felt like taking five steps backward. All in all, it was a painful and grueling experience. I didn't expect recovery to be this brutal. In my case, the actual act of using the restroom was a huge hurdle, followed by those uncontrollable bursts of gas that happen right when you're trying to go (it actually happened in my underwear because there just wasn't time). I ended up taking three months off work in total. Down there feels fine now, though it still feels a bit tight during movements. I’m still drinking laxative tea because I’ve always struggled with regularity, which is what led me to the surgery in the first place. Drink plenty of water, watch your diet, and... well, you get through it. Good luck to everyone facing surgery. 🙂
Jose Stewart8 Asks: Hi there, I have a question about these awful hemorrhoids. About seven days ago, a large one popped up—roughly the size of a kidney bean. At first, it was pretty painful, so I’ve been applying Fact and using cold compresses. The pain actually subsided after a few days, but the thing itself just won't budge. It has shrunk a little bit, but it's still right there, sitting on the outside. It doesn't hurt anymore, but it feels a bit firm to the touch. When does this thing finally disappear completely?🥱
It’s not going to disappear entirely; it just gets smaller. If you want it gone for good, surgery is really the only way to deal with it.
Gary Ortiz74 said:Excuse me, would it be better to just get the capsules, or should I go for the full set including the ointment? Thanks in advance for the help.
Honestly, you’ll get the most bang for your buck if you grab both. Think of it this way: the capsules do the heavy lifting by regulating your digestion, but once you stop taking them, you still need to stay vigilant about those hemorrhoids. My personal trick? After using the restroom, skip the dry toilet paper and just use a warm water rinse instead. That’s how I manage things, and it keeps everything running smoothly.
Quest Diagnostics worked wonders for me. I’ve been taking the capsules for two weeks now, and instead of using toilet paper after hitting the restroom, I just hop straight in the shower. Plus, I've completely cut out spicy food. Honestly, give it a shot.
So, I ended up in the ER because my bladder was absolutely killing me. Here’s the breakdown from my urinalysis: glucose is normal, proteins are negative, bilirubin is negative, urobilinogen is normal, pH is 6.5, blood is at level 3, ketones are negative, nitrites are negative, leukocyte esterase is 3, specific gravity is 1.004, E 13, L 574, white cell sediment is 8, bacteria is 6, epithelial cells are 18, and mucus is 1. Honestly, the pain was so intense I couldn't just sit at home and wait; I had to head straight to the emergency room. They put me on Augmentin (which is a bit ironic since I just finished a round for my throat about a month ago). I have a feeling this might be what happens after spending too much time at the local community pool. Does it make any sense to bother with a culture and sensitivity test at this stage?☕
amberfox99 said:That’s slightly elevated, but we’re talking minimal here. Usually, anything up to 9 or 10 is considered perfectly normal. If there were actually something to worry about, you'd see a much more significant spike in the white blood cell count.
amberfox99 said:If your total white blood cell count is within range, you're fine. Neutrophils and lymphocytes are just specific types of white blood cells. These percentages simply show how your white blood cell population is distributed. White blood cell counts typically spike during active inflammation; usually, if there's a bacterial infection involved, the neutrophils will be the ones trending higher.
The white cell count is 11, just noticed that now... thanks so much! 🙂
Could someone please help me make sense of these results? Neutrophils 76.7 (Ref: 44-72) Lymphocytes 16.3 (Ref: 20-46) Are these numbers okay, or should I be worried about some kind of imbalance? Everything else came back normal. Thanks a million. , 50 years old, just had these done for a routine physical exam.