Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Maybe I can be of some assistance...
Hemorrhoids are essentially just a vein that has popped out past the muscle that keeps everything closed—simple enough?
When that muscle is functioning correctly, you wouldn't even know it exists because the closure is reflexive.

Hemorrhoids show up as a professional occupational hazard for truck drivers (there’s a reason it's specifically truckers) and for everyone else due to...

A lack of movement and activity causes our bodies to slack off, including the abdominal muscles and the anal sphincter.
Between excessive sitting and standing with a "relaxed belly," the anal muscle loses its tone. This relaxation extends inward to the large intestine as well.

By the laws of physics, gravity pulls everything toward the lowest point, creating pressure. Since the anus is at the bottom, that pressure builds up, and because the muscle is weak, a vein protrudes—hence, a hemorrhoid.
Truck drivers are particularly vulnerable because they combine relaxed sitting positions with constant engine vibrations; that shaking shakes a hemorrhoid loose much faster.

It all comes down to physics. If your anus were located on your shoulder, you wouldn't have this problem.

A bit of advice (feel free to try it if you wish):
Set aside a little time for yourself and try lying on your back while elevating your lower body—essentially like you're riding a bicycle—as high as possible. You'll effectively be "standing" on your shoulders, using your hands to support your lower back. Try to relax, or specifically relax the anal area, in this position. It might feel awkward the first time.
Once you feel relaxed, try shaking your legs. If you feel the hemorrhoid retracting back into the body, you've hit the jackpot.

Repeat this whenever the hemorrhoid starts bothering you.
Also, frequently (whenever you remember) and anywhere: tighten and pull in your stomach (using your muscles) and squeeze the anus a few times.
You should see improvement after just a few days of these "exercises"... leading to lasting recovery.

In short: no chemicals needed—just PHYSICS.
If physically pushing it back works, then any chemical solution is doing the exact same thing (pushing), just using external forces to help. In that case, the internal contents also shift, relieving the pressure on the anus.

If you can't manage the shoulder stand, try another position, such as kneeling with your torso facing downward, to relieve the pressure on the anus and make it easier for the hemorrhoid to retract.

Aside from drinking Donat, what really helps me keep things moving smoothly is a fiber powder supplement that's packed with enough fiber to soften everything up. You just mix it with water, let it dissolve, and drink it down. I usually have mine right after lunch, especially whenever I've treated myself to a heavy meal. For me, it works like a charm.

Is this a hemorrhoid, and what's the best way to deal with it?

I've been dealing with this thing for 5 or 6 years now—it doesn't actually hurt, and sitting down isn't even an issue—but I just have this little "sac" hanging out above the anus... Has anyone else dealt with something similar? And is there any way to get rid of it without having to go under the knife??

My hemorrhoids are killing me. I have one that’s so painful at the 6 o'clock position that I end up having to manually adjust it 2-3 hours after a bowel movement. Here's what I wanted to ask... I'm currently waiting on surgery using the Morgan-Milligan method at Dubrava, so if anyone else has had that procedure done there or has gone through with that specific method, please let me know how it went for you. Thanks.

It’s been 7 days since I went under the knife for external hemorrhoids—went the classic route with a hospital procedure. Pain-wise, I’m doing okay; just some discomfort when I’m actually on the toilet. But honestly, that makes sense given how swollen everything still feels down there in the rectal area and around the anus. What’s actually bugging me is something else entirely, and I’d really appreciate it if anyone who’s been through this could share their experience. My bowel movements are regular every morning, sometimes even during the day, but I have this constant, nagging sensation that I need to go. Since I’ve been sticking strictly to a diet of soft, mushy foods, my stools are very loose. Occasionally, when I pass gas, a little bit of stool slips out—not a huge amount, just enough to mess up the gauze I’m wearing to deal with the discharge from the wound. Also, urination has been a bit more difficult lately, which is definitely adding to my anxiety.
I didn't deal with any of this before the surgery. I’ve got my first follow-up appointment in 7 days, but I’m still curious to hear what you all went through. I’m hoping everything settles back to normal in a few weeks, but I can't help feeling a bit spooked by how things are behaving right now.

That’s all perfectly normal. Plus, the prostate is enlarged because of that recent surgery. Everything should settle back down to normal very soon...

Thanks, Michael Diaz4,
I honestly can't put into words how much better I feel just reading your post.
Nobody at the hospital actually bothered to explain what to expect after the surgery or what the recovery process would actually look like—which is just great. And then, when I finally took a look at the surgical site... man, what a sight.🤦
It looks twice as big as it did before the operation. Honestly, I probably should have just kept my eyes shut.
On the bright side, I’m not dealing with those intense pains I’ve been reading about on the forums.

Linda Ward312 said:cosmicviper18, just go to any hospital that has an abdominal surgeon on staff (like Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, or Cleveland Clinic...). Just use a referral. No out-of-pocket cost.

This is actually urgent for me. Look, if it gets to the point where I seriously can't stand these hemorrhoids anymore, I’m going to pull the trigger on surgery. It would be a massive help to know which hospital or specialist you’d recommend.

jadebadger54 said:Hey everyone, especially Michael Diaz4—the expert on all things here who really helped me out a few years back. 🙂

First question for Michael Diaz4—I started using Lidoproct again, but it feels like nothing is changing. Last time, it worked wonders for my external hemorrhoid. How long does it usually take? I’ve been using it for 7 days now and feel zero difference. :S

Also, I’m thinking about getting one of those donut pillows for sitting. Does that actually help with hemorrhoids? And does it help with posture/spine issues too? Thanks, everyone. 🙂

🙂
Lidoproct will help manage the pain, but how long the discomfort lasts depends on more than just the cream—it depends on the overall state of the hemorrhoid and your lifestyle. As for the pillow, it won't really help you. In fact, if you apply Lidoproct or anything else, you'll just end up wiping it all off anyway. Then you have the headache of dealing with laundry, since you'll end up getting stains on your underwear or pants, which means extra washing. 😁 Just stay consistent. Apply it multiple times a day, keep the area clean, and I believe you'll start feeling better—unless it has reached a stage where almost nothing works anymore.

Thanks for the quick response, Michael Diaz4 👍

I’ve been following everything correctly—I don't usually run into serious issues like this (this is only the second time things have felt a bit heavy). I just finished battling a nasty bout of the flu that sidelined me for ten days, and right as I was recovering, this flared up 🤣
Maybe it’s some kind of lingering reaction to the flu 🕺
Last time, I remember catching a cold and that's when things really flared up.

Generally, I try to eat healthy—lots of grains, vegetables, and such. I've cut out peppers entirely (I don't eat them often, but I do love them).

Hopefully, it clears up once I get through this tube of Lidoproct.

Hello everyone,
I’ve been dealing with chronic hemorrhoid issues for quite some time, though they haven't been quite as aggressive as they used to be. A few years back, I was diagnosed with both internal and external hemorrhoids, Grade II and III. At the time, doctors suggested sclerotherapy or ligation as potential options if things got worse, but I didn't really run into major trouble back then. Occasionally, I’d deal with some bleeding, along with pain and itching, but it was always brief and manageable.
However, over the last couple of months, things have started to escalate. The bleeding has become more frequent, even if it’s still relatively light. Then, about a month ago, one of the hemorrhoids basically "exploded"—it was enough to soak the toilet bowl—and ever since then, I’ve been experiencing heavy bleeding every single time I go to the bathroom. Honestly, it’s been incredibly stressful. I’m constantly tense, I’ve lost my appetite, and my bowel habits have completely gone haywire because I’m so psychologically braced for the pain. My stools aren't regular and tend to be hard, which only makes everything worse, and I'm struggling to eat enough. I went to see a surgeon who confirmed the diagnosis and suggested I be admitted to the hospital, though he wouldn't specify exactly what procedure they planned to perform, so I declined. I had blood work done a few days ago, and while I’m not officially anemic yet, I am right on the borderline. My levels have definitely dropped compared to my tests from just two months ago. Every day, I force myself to sit in a sitz bath with Epsom salts—which is honestly a nightmare, sitting in cold water for 15 minutes is pure torture—and apply Fact cream, but nothing seems to be helping. There is bleeding with every bowel movement; truthfully, for the last three days, the volume has decreased slightly, but it’s still a significant amount. I just picked up some Flogocid, so I’m going to give that a shot.
I would really appreciate some advice. What should I do? Is there any way to manage this without jumping straight into surgery, and how much longer can I realistically keep going like this?

Andrew Hernandez6 said:Dear Sir,
I deal with chronic hemorrhoids, though they haven't been as intense as they used to be. A few years ago, it was determined that I have internal and external hemorrhoids, grade II and III. At that time, sclerotherapy or ligation was suggested as an option if things got worse. Fortunately, I didn't run into major issues then. Occasionally, I’d experience some bleeding along with pain and itching, but it was brief and manageable.
Over the last couple of months, however, things have ramped up. The bleeding is more frequent, even if it's still relatively light. Then, about a month ago, a hemorrhoid basically "exploded." It flooded the toilet, and since then, there has been significant bleeding with every bowel movement. This has caused me immense stress; I’m constantly tense, I’ve lost my appetite, and my bowel habits have become irregular because I'm psychologically bracing myself. My stools are hard and inconsistent, and I'm struggling to eat enough. I saw a surgeon who confirmed the hemorrhoids and recommended hospital admission to handle it, though he didn't specify the exact procedure, so I declined. I had blood work done a few days ago, and while I'm not anemic yet, I am right on the borderline—my levels are significantly lower than they were just two months ago. Once a day, I sit in a bath with Epsom salts, which is absolute torture since sitting in cold water for 15 minutes is miserable, and I apply Fact cream. But nothing is helping. Every single bowel movement bleeds. Truthfully, for the last three days, the amount has lessened slightly, but it's still quite a bit. I just bought some Flogocid, so I’ll give that a shot.
I would really appreciate some advice. What should I do? Is there any way to fix this without surgery, and how much longer can I go on like this?

No, no, please don't do cold baths... You need warm water. In fact, it can be quite hot. Some people even suggest making the water as hot as you can stand, and that's when you add treatments—though I'm not entirely sure which ones (I think people here mentioned something involving horse chestnut or similar, but please double-check that so I don't give you bad advice). Dr. Oz also recommended warm baths, though I can't recall the specific additives he suggested. Your bowel movements MUST be regular and soft. They shouldn't be liquid, but they definitely shouldn't be hard. Look for teas to help with regularity, or try eating prune compote and things like that. And please, see a doctor to have this looked at properly. If they recommend staying in the hospital to get it handled, you should stay.

jadebadger54 said:Thanks for the quick reply, Michael Diaz4 👍

I’m doing everything by the book. Usually, I don't run into much trouble, but this is only the second time things have gotten a bit rough. I just battled a nasty bout of the flu that knocked me out for ten days, and right as I finally recovered, this flared up down there. 🤣
Maybe it's some kind of lingering reaction to the flu. 🕺
Last time, I know I caught a cold, and that triggered a flare-up too.

My diet is generally pretty healthy—lots of grains, veggies, and stuff like that. I've cut out peppers entirely (I don't eat them often, but I do love them).

Hopefully, it clears up once I finish this tube of Lidoproct.

Here is why people often deal with hemorrhoids after the flu or heavy colds: high temperatures dehydrate the body, which makes stools harder (basically keeps you "backed up"), and that acts as a trigger for things to get worse. Just watch your stool consistency and keep applying the cream like you have been. Keep the area clean throughout the day and you should be fine. Good luck...

It's interesting—I didn't run a fever this time—it was just my respiratory tract that took a real hit.

My hemorrhoid started bleeding again after seven days. I'm wondering if it's okay to keep using Lidoproct, or if I should switch to something specifically to stop the bleeding. For now, I've just been rinsing and changing wipes—that’s about it. The intense pressure isn't there like it was before, so the pain has subsided, but the bleeding is constant.

Keep going with the Lidoproct; people use it even after surgery...

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Does anyone have a recommendation for a top-tier surgeon and a premier method to resolve hemorrhoids once and for all? Back in 2012, I underwent a Hal-RaR procedure. At the time, I had a feeling the surgery wasn't performed quite right, but I kept telling myself everything would turn out fine. It started with painless bleeding accompanied by anal pressure just two or three months after the operation, and now I find myself back where I started, hovering between the second and third stages. My doctor previously mentioned that we could repeat the surgery, but I kept putting it off; however, I can no longer live like this because it is clear things aren't improving. I am also hesitant about whether I should return to the same doctor for a follow-up procedure, because if the first attempt wasn't successful, I question why a second one would be. That initial surgery was performed at a private clinic in Washington, D.C.
Currently, I am undergoing rubber band ligation at a different clinic. I have already had three sessions done, and there hasn't been much improvement over how I felt before. Specifically, the left side, which has been subjected to ligation twice, still prolapses during bowel movements, though once I push them back in, they stay put for a while. On the other hand, the right side, which was only ligated once, prolapses again after I walk or stand for about ten minutes. This clinic doesn't perform Hal-RaR; instead, they perform the Morgan-Milligan procedure.

I am looking for a recommendation for a good gastroenterologist for a private colonoscopy... I had intended to book an appointment with Dr. Tomislav Brkić, but I was saddened to learn that he has passed away...

Does anyone actually find Hemorrhoid cream effective anymore? Sadly, they recently pulled the active ingredient that used to be in it—the one my mom relied on—and now it’s basically useless for her.👎

If it stops doing the trick, switch it up...