Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Jesse Kern5 said:So, I've had this lump for a little while now—honestly, I figured it was nothing big of a deal, so I just went about my life like everything was fine. But now I'm starting to think maybe I should actually do something about it, you know? Like, change up my diet or start using some of those creams people mentioned... but the real question is, can I keep hitting the gym even with this lump down 😁th
er side?

Ugh, honestly? I’d probably keep going to the gym regardless of what was going on. I mean, I really don't want to miss my workouts just because of something like that. 🙂

Robert Adams88 said:Man, I’m sticking to my gym routine no matter what. I’m not about to let this stop me from showing up. 🙂

I was hitting the gym for about two weeks before I even realized these were hemorrhoids. 😁 My plan is to keep going, but instead of chasing heavy PRs, I’ll switch to lighter weights with higher reps. You really shouldn't be straining under heavy loads when you're dealing with this—it puts way too much pressure down there. 😂

Jesse Kern5 said:So, I went to see a specialist for about two weeks—or maybe it was just one long appointment, I don't even know—and honestly? I still haven't quite wrapped my head around whether this whole thing is actually hemorrhoids or something else entirely. I guess I'm still sitting here in total limbo. 😁 I mean, I’m thinking about getting back into it—but I definitely won't be chasing max PRs right away. My plan is to pivot toward higher volume and more repetitions instead of just grinding out heavy sets. Honestly, I don't think it's worth pushing those massive weights again just yet—I mean, those veins in my lower legs are already acting up enough as it is, and I really don't need to add extra strain to the mix. 😂

From a bodybuilding standpoint, that approach isn't exactly ideal—you know, lower weight, higher rep counts and all that—but I guess we’re getting off track here. Personally? I always go all out during my workouts. No half-measures.

Raymond Brown10 said:Hemorrhoids are just a sign of a dirty liver ...obviously you've got bad diet, booze, smoking (or heavy training for athletes) to deal with too, but I honestly think detoxing your liver twice a year is essential.

Do you actually have a link to some medical study that backs this up, or are you just talking nonsense?

Even if you decide to respond, you could easily issue a warning... when someone like a Rolling Stones fan reports me, just like they did to me—and maybe they were feeling just as fed up as I am... it's honestly pathetic...
I have absolutely no intention of writing anything else or sharing any more of my experiences here...
Goodbye!!!

What’s the big deal? That warning was for Michael Diaz4 because he dropped a YouTube link to some guy who literally crapped his pants while working out. It was disgusting, totally off-topic, so I deleted it.

Relax, the warning wasn't aimed at you. 😉

Hi everyone, I figured I’d jump in and share my own experience too! 🙂
I’ve been dealing with hemorrhoids for about 16 years now... I haven't really had any major complications, just those occasional flare-ups that would last a few days here and there, and I managed to settle two of them just by watching what I eat, but that last one about a year ago required some FedEx, and thankfully everything cleared up in just two days. After that last bout, I decided it was time to actually see a specialist to figure out where I stood, and the doctor told me I was at stage 2 or 3, so he recommended surgery since there had been some intermittent bleeding over the years... He didn't bother prescribing any specific therapy because he said while things might help occasionally, no cream or pill is ever going to truly cure the underlying issue. I did a bit of digging online and stumbled upon this forum and this new DG HAL method, which really caught my eye, so I decided to go for it! About a month ago, I went into Arthur and scheduled the operation using the DG HAL RBC method. I actually had the surgery this morning under general anesthesia... When I woke up around 11:00 AM, they gave me a pain injection right away, and then another one an hour later because I was still feeling some discomfort—they managed to take the edge off, though I can still feel it a little bit... I stayed at the clinic until about 3:00 PM, and then they asked if I felt ready to head home, which I did. I picked up some painkillers on the way, but I haven't used them yet; even though there is some pain, it isn't unbearable, and I'm just hoping it doesn't get worse once night falls. As soon as I got through the door, I started eating—just some apples, some toast, tea, and some LGG probiotics... About an hour ago, I actually had a small bowel movement, which wasn't too bad since the surgeon told me to eat light and not to hold anything in, and I was honestly a little surprised that it happened so quickly and without needing any medication! I'm actually a bit confused myself that the pain isn't more intense and that I don't feel the need to reach for the pills, especially since reading through the posts here, it seems like everyone else is relying heavily on them after their procedures. It’s been eight hours since my last injection, and I still feel pretty good and haven't needed the oral meds—I'M ACTUALLY A LITTLE BAFFLED because I was bracing myself for much worse, BUT IT'S WONDERFUL TO FEEL BETTER THAN EXPECTED... I just hope it stays this way.
The specialist mentioned he performed the DG HAL RBC technique and that there wasn't actually any cutting involved???!!! He tied off eight veins and believes I'll be fully recovered within a week (though, of course, I'll be being very careful for the next five weeks and following all the advice from everyone on this forum)! Thank you all so much for sharing your stories regarding different treatments and surgeries, because it was truly thanks to your experiences that I finally decided to deal with this instead of waiting for it to hit stage 4 and cause more trouble! My advice to everyone is to just handle it as soon as it shows up, because that's when it's easiest and least painful! Those first few hours after surgery were definitely uncomfortable, and I can't even imagine what people are going through who have complicated stage 4 issues and keep putting off seeing a doctor or getting surgery until they are completely exhausted!

Emily Watson62 said:Hi everyone, I wanted to share my experience too! ...

Glad you're feeling better. Is a full recovery in 7 days even realistic after a DG IBM RBC procedure? Maybe just for IBM, but with RBC, you need more time. Just take care of yourself. Watch your digestion and don't strain. They didn't tie off eight veins; they tied an artery. It’s an arterio-venous shunt—basically, the terminal branches of the hemorrhoidal arteries are ligated to cut off blood supply to the hemorrhoid. That’s why it's called HAL (hemorrhoidal artery ligation). Another clinic does what's called THD, which is essentially the same thing under a different name (likely just a different device manufacturer). THD stands for transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization. RAR stands for recto-anal repair, where the tissue that's prolapsed is repaired with stitches rather than being cut. DG means Doppler-guided, meaning they use Doppler to locate the vessels.
Wishing you a successful recovery.

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Robert Newman5 said:This isn't exactly the most comfortable topic to bring up, but I’d really appreciate hearing about everyone else's experiences—you know, the whole deal. What exactly is this condition? How does one even go about getting a diagnosis, what does the treatment process look like, and honestly, what actually helps manage it?
I spend way too much time sitting at my desk lately, and for a while now, I’ve been dealing with this stinging sensation around my backside whenever I hit the restroom—especially if I’m using rougher toilet paper. I've even noticed some blood on the paper here and there. I can't tell if I've just given myself a minor skin tear or if there might be something else going on.
Thanks, everyone.
P.S.
I came across this link:
http://www.plivazdravlje.com/?sectio...nu=bolesti#rez

I feel a little embarrassed even bringing this up—being a college student and already dealing with this kind of stuff—but here we are. Basically, I’m not experiencing any issues with fertility or anything like that, but it’s pretty obvious that I spend way too much time sitting around and I haven't been drinking nearly enough water. Lately, I’ve been feeling this stinging sensation down there, and at first, I just assumed it was a temporary thing caused by constipation. I figured the skin had just cracked or something, so I did what anyone would do—cleaned up and moved on. But then I did a bit of Googling and came to the rather unpleasant conclusion that I’ve clearly developed hemorrhoids. Now, what I really want to know is how to deal with this fast. I honestly have zero desire to sit in a doctor's waiting room only to have some physician poking around down there; I’d much rather just get rid of this on my own if possible. To give you some context, I wouldn't call myself an athlete, though as someone living in the city, I stay active enough during the day. The problem is when I'm back at my apartment—I just sit there playing video games and don't move an inch. Do you think this will clear up just by fixing my diet and significantly increasing my water intake, or am I going to need to start using medicated creams? I wouldn't say I eat "junk," but being a student, my meal schedule is all over the place. When I do eat, it’s mostly quick takeout or campus food, which we all know isn't exactly the pinnacle of nutrition. Any advice at all would be greatly appreciated.

Eric Brown38 said:I feel a bit embarrassed because I’m just a college student and I’m already dealing with this. It’s not that I’m pregnant or anything, but clearly, I sit way too much and don't drink enough water. Lately, I've been feeling some stinging down there. I honestly thought it was just temporary because of constipation and that it would pass on its own. Then, after cleaning up, things were a mess—I really thought I had just split my skin. After doing a little Googling, I came to the conclusion that I definitely have hemorrhoids. Now I'm wondering, since I really don't want to sit in a waiting room while some doctor pokes around down there, what's the fastest way to fix this? I'd love to just get rid of it. I'm not an athlete, but for someone living in the city, I move around quite a bit and usually don't have issues. But when I'm home, I just sit around playing video games and barely move at all. Will changing my diet and drinking more fluids be enough, or should I be using creams too? I don't think I eat unhealthy food per se, but being a student means my meals aren't regular. When I do eat, it's mostly fast food from the campus dining hall, which we all know isn't the healthiest option. Any advice is welcome.

You can't exactly cure them, but you can keep them under control. If you stay disciplined, you might be lucky enough to avoid reaching the third or fourth stage. Stick to bland foods, maintain good hygiene, eat your greens and veggies, and try to cut back on alcohol and coffee. Drink plenty of fluids, and make sure you don't deal with diarrhea either—that’s just as bad. Also, don't strain yourself lifting heavy weights; that's lethal. (Unfortunately, they deleted that link showing how dangerous heavy lifting can be 😁)...
And go to the doctor. It is much better to have it checked out than to play guessing games. The exam itself isn't actually that awkward—those doctors have seen everything since their residency days, so it won't be a big deal for you...

I have a question... honestly, I feel a bit embarrassed even bringing this up, but could hemorrhoids be a side effect of birth control pills? And if so, what should I actually do about it??

Here’s the situation: over the last two or three years, I’ve occasionally dealt with some stinging or itching after a bowel movement. It wasn't a constant thing—maybe once every few months—so I didn't pay much attention to it. I figured it might just be hemorrhoids, but I didn't think much more of it. However, lately, I've noticed it tends to flare up right before and after my period, and then things settle down for a bit. But following a short break from my medication, I started a new cycle of pills a few days ago, and ever since my period arrived, I’ve been feeling nauseous. I suppose it’s just the chemicals at work, though I couldn't say for sure... the first couple of days were fine, but the last three days have been an absolute disaster. On top of that, my stools have been really hard lately because I’ve been eating way too many sweets. It’s just the nature of my job—I'm constantly being handed chocolates and it’s incredibly hard to resist.

It wouldn't be such a massive issue if it weren't for the discomfort; I don't experience the intense pain or stinging I used to, just a nagging unpleasantness. But I honestly feel like I’m going to pass out whenever I have to use the restroom because I know how hard the stool will be, and I can feel this specific stinging sensation on one side. When I wipe, there's blood.😲😲
Seeing blood is what really sends me into a panic. In the past, it felt like there was a sharp, cutting sensation, almost like I could feel something under my skin, but lately, it feels more like that one spot is just cracking and bleeding because of the constipation. Are these definitely hemorrhoids, or is it just the hard stools causing all of this? Could the pills be playing a role here too??

I haven't tried any treatments yet; I just really need some solid advice. If nothing else, I just want to know how to soften my stool and stop this bleeding during bowel movements. I’ve already cut out spicy foods, and I eat plenty while I'm at work, even though I do spend a lot of time sitting down. I’ve also been cycling quite a bit lately. I honestly have no idea what's going on; I'm just panicking... I'm so embarrassed to go to the doctor, but I guess I’ll have to if this doesn't settle down over the weekend.😢

Hi there!

Since you mentioned having your surgery done at Arthur,,, I was wondering if you could share who your surgeon was? I’d also love to know how long the waitlist was once you got on the schedule and what the total cost ended up being. I’ve been doing some digging myself and have a decent baseline of information, so I’m really just looking to compare notes. From what I’ve gathered, Dr. Ivanovic comes highly recommended and seems to be a great choice, but I want to look into other specialists in the field before I make a final decision. These issues first popped up for me about three years ago, and they've definitely progressed since then. Now that I need to see a surgeon for a consultation, I'm feeling a bit stuck. My primary care physician isn't offering much guidance; he basically told me I could go anywhere and suggested the closest hospital, which would be Springfield. Honestly, going there doesn't feel like the right move given what I know about their staff. So, I’m trying to gather as much intel as possible—if you wouldn't mind sharing your experience, I'd truly appreciate it.

Thanks so much! 🙂🙂

IBM and RBC work through Medicare, but Chase is the only one doing it that way. Maybe someone else picked up on that method since then, who knows? You can find info on private clinics online, and they'll give you a price if you call them.
Most other hospitals just stick to the old-school way. I wouldn't bother going there.

I wouldn't recommend the HAL method. It didn't help me at all; I just ended up suffering through a rough recovery, and even three weeks later, nothing had changed. To make matters worse, my doctor tries to convince me the hemorrhoids are gone, so now I'm left wondering why I bothered seeking a second opinion if this guy's method didn't actually fix anything. That’s just my experience, not to mention the fact that I paid a fortune for it.

Jesse Castillo9 said:I wouldn't recommend the DG HAL method. It didn't help me at all; honestly, I just ended up suffering through extra pain after the surgery. Even three weeks later, nothing felt any different. To make matters worse, I went back to my doctor and they insisted the hemorrhoids were gone, which makes me wonder—if they weren't there, why did I seek a second opinion only to find out this whole "method" didn't actually accomplish anything? That’s just my experience, anyway. Not to mention, I paid an absolute fortune for the whole thing.

How long does it usually take for the hemorrhoidal nodes to shrink? What stage were you dealing with? Was there any prolapse involved? If so, maybe the DG HAL procedure was actually the right call RAR... Still, you really have to trust the doctors...

Elizabeth Phillips33 said:hey there

So you mentioned you had your procedure done at unknown... I was wondering if you could tell me who your surgeon was, how long the waitlist is once you actually book an appointment, and what the total cost ended up being... I've been doing a bit of my own digging and feel like I have a decent handle on things, but I'd love to hear your experience just to compare notes... I've heard Dr. Ivanovich gets some pretty stellar reviews and seems like a solid choice, so I'm trying to look into other specialists in that field before I make a final call... These issues first cropped up for me about three years ago, and honestly, medical tech has come such a long way since then, so now I'm at the point where I need to see a surgeon and I'm feeling a little indecisive... My primary care doctor isn't really giving me any specific guidance, he just says I can go anywhere and suggests the nearest hospital, which happens to be in unknown... I don't think going there is really an option for me given what I know about their work... so I'm just trying to gather as much info as possible, and if you wouldn't mind sharing a few details, I'd really appreciate it...

thanks so much 🙂🙂

I sent those details over to your private messages
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Could someone please recommend an effective ointment or cream for hemorrhoids?
I have developed external hemorrhoids, and frankly, it is a nightmare. I am finding it impossible to go about my daily routine normally.
There is pain, and they are quite visible.
Any assistance would be appreciated...

redtiger3 said:Can anyone suggest a really good ointment or cream for hemorrhoids?
I’ve ended up with external ones, and honestly, it’s just miserable... I can't get through my day normally at all.
It hurts, and they're clearly visible.
Please help me out.

I just sent you a private message with some suggestions!

I have some information to share for anyone out there struggling with hemorrhoids... A friend of my mother's dealt with this about 8 or 9 years ago, and she ended up getting in touch with a gentleman—I believe he’s a nutritionist—who prepares these herbal drops, and within just a month of following his specific dietary guidelines alongside the drops, her issues completely vanished, she says they just retreated entirely... My brother and a few other acquaintances have actually used them over the last four months too, mostly because guys tend to avoid seeing a specialist at all costs, and they’ve been incredibly happy with how things turned out. That said, I’d really suggest that everyone goes to see a specialist first to get an actual diagnosis, and I’d even personally recommend looking into a HAL procedure, which I’ve undergone myself, and I have to say it was truly successful and minimally painful as long as you follow all the post-op instructions carefully... I know so many people search online for quick fixes because they want to avoid an uncomfortable exam or surgery, but if you are absolutely set against seeing a doctor or having the HAL procedure, I think those nutritionist drops might be the ideal solution... I would love to just post his contact info and a link right here, but I can't because of the forum rules against advertising... If anyone decides they want to try the drops, feel free to send me a private message and I'll pass along the nutritionist's link... I didn't want to jump on the drops initially since they are more expensive than unknown and I wasn't sure if they provided a permanent fix, so I decided to go with the HAL procedure instead, knowing that surgery would resolve the issue once and for all.