Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

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Man, I've been dealing with this issue for a while now... whenever I drink, especially beer, the next morning my anus starts burning like crazy for no reason. Does anyone know what to do about this? It doesn't even take much—just two beers and boom, there it is.

If you're looking for the best natural tablets for hemorrhoids, go with Advil. They’re definitely a bit pricey, but honestly, they're worth it.

This is driving me insane. Seriously, screw this pain and screw my damn quality of life.
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It’s like I’ve got a freaking galaxy in my ass. And whenever one of those little stars flares up, its brightness just ruins my whole existence. Eat (whatever you want!), shit, wash, apply ointments.
Eat, shit, wash, apply.
But wait... that's not even the half of it... besides the galaxy on the outside, there's a Milky Way happening on the inside too.🙂
And nope... still not everything... on top of all that, Miss Fissure decided to show up.
She's ripped my gut up so bad that every time I have to go, I'm basically singing battle hymns with my eyes popping out of my head.😠
Treatment for Miss Fissure is underway and currently sitting at $5000 😲 😲 😲
There... feeling a tiny bit better now.

I have a question regarding a hemorrhoid issue. I've been dealing with them for years now—my job is mostly standing, so I am literally on my feet all day long. I assume that’s a big part of why they showed up in the first place. I have one external one that's been there for years, and I’ve basically just learned to live with it to the point where I don't even notice it during my daily routine.

What I really want to know is, what are the long-term consequences of leaving a hemorrhoid untreated? Can it generally lead to colon cancer over a long period of time?

Thanks in advance for any answers.

From everything I have gathered so far, the consensus seems to be that hemorrhoids themselves cannot cause colorectal cancer, though that certainly doesn't mean one can't develop that devastating disease alongside hemorrhoids...

There’s really no need to be afraid. You can live a perfectly normal life for a long time without any issues. Honestly, jobs where you're constantly on your feet are often linked to hemorrhoids. It all comes down to evolution—I think I mentioned that somewhere before. After dealing with hemorrhoidal disease for a prolonged period, polyps can sometimes develop. Those can be serious because they're considered precancerous, so they definitely need to be removed.

Hi. After years of dealing with minor internal hemorrhoids—likely due to too much sitting and straining during bowel movements—I've developed an external hemorrhoid about the size of a large pea.👎

I'm heading to the Lastric clinic for an exam ASAP. In the meantime, what can I do on my own to improve the situation? thanks

Hey everyone!
I've been dealing with hemorrhoids for years, so I basically learned how to coexist with them. Since they weren't totally wrecking my daily routine, I just ignored them. Every now and then there’d be some bleeding or an insane amount of itching, but I managed to live in that weird symbiosis. I’d occasionally grab some random creams from the drugstore, but honestly, they didn't do much.
My diet is pretty varied—I definitely indulge in the "forbidden fruits" like deli meats, junk food, and spicy stuff once in a while. Digestion hasn't been an issue and I stay moderately active, but genetics is clearly playing a role here. To make a long story short, me and my little hemorrhoid buddies would have kept living this way if I hadn't gone overboard one night. I stuffed myself with spicy food, washed it all down with booze, went out to the patio to smoke, sat on a cold surface, and was bouncing around like a maniac all night long. 🤦
It was probably one of those risk factors, or maybe the whole chaotic combo, that caused me to wake up the next morning in absolute agony.
Realizing the universe was playing a cruel joke on me, I headed straight to the ER. Diagnosis: a thrombosed external hemorrhoid and a smaller internal one. They gave me local anesthesia for about 10-15 minutes, sliced open the external one, and drained the blood. The doctor mentioned that at this stage, no creams are going to help (she didn't specify which ones, but I'm guessing grade three or four), and that I'll eventually need surgery. So, here’s the big question: for anyone who's been through something similar, what was your recovery like after the procedure? Did they come back or anything? Any info helps.

Can anyone tell me about their experience with Tylenol gel?
I recently read online that this stuff is a total game-changer—that nothing else compares, no other creams, just this. People were saying it provides maximum relief; one person even claimed their hemorrhoids completely vanished after just a few days of use!
I’ve tried all sorts of creams before—the last one was some herbal oil blend, which was useless—so I figured I’d give Tylenol a shot since everyone makes it out to be such a miracle worker.
Well, I’ve been using it for three days now and I feel absolutely zero effect! Not only is the discomfort still there and the swelling hasn't gone down, but when I actually apply the gel, I don't feel a single thing! 🤔 No numbing sensation, no cooling effect, nothing. How is that even possible? I assumed this gel had an anesthetic component and you were supposed to actually feel something when applying it to the area?
My issues aren't massive—it just bothers me occasionally, so I apply it then. But with every other ointment I've used, I at least felt that immediate numbing sensation. And then there's the lasting relief you get with those. But with this gel? Nothing.
I checked the tube—it's not expired; it's good for another year. 😁

Dana Baker2 said:Can anyone share their experience using Tylenol gel?
I was reading recently about how this procedure is absolutely brilliant—how there’s nothing better out there. No creams, no ointments, nothing else compares. It provides maximum relief. Someone even mentioned that after just a few days of using the treatment, their hemorrhoids had completely cleared up!
I've tried all sorts of creams up until now—the last one was some blend with herbal oils—but honestly, nothing really works. So, I figured I'd give Tylenol a shot since everyone says it's such a lifesaver.
I've been using it for three days now and I'm feeling absolutely zero effect! Not only is the discomfort still there and the hemorrhoid hasn't shrunk at all, but when I actually apply the gel, I don't feel anything whatsoever! 🤔 No anesthesia, no cooling, nothing like that. How is that even possible? I'm assuming this gel has some kind of numbing effect, so you should at least feel something when you apply it to the area?
It's not like I'm dealing with anything major; it just gets annoying every now and then, so I apply some cream. But honestly, with all the ointments I've used so far, I should at least feel that immediate numbing effect. And you know, the lingering relief varies depending on which one you pick. But with this gel? Absolutely nothing.
I took a look at it. It hasn't expired; there's still another year left on it. 😁

That's just a short-term analgesic. I used it for massages twice a day following my surgery, and for the topical stuff with the anesthetic effect, I used Lidoproct.

Michael Diaz4 said:That’s just a short-term painkiller. I used it for massages twice a day after the surgery—as for the cream with the numbing effect, that's Lidoproct.

Look, these creams all have their own little thing going on. It really just comes down to which one works better and which one sucks.
But I've been reading through this thread too, and people are saying the effects of Tylenol are absolutely top-notch.
Not even talking about cases after surgery—I mean just for "regular" use. It’s supposed to ease the discomfort, right? If it's an analgesic, shouldn't I actually feel some improvement in the lump itself? Because honestly, it feels like I didn't even apply anything at all.

fadedpanther7 said:THERAPY
When you're at the peak of a hemorrhoid flare-up—basically when the inflammation is hitting hardest—there’s really only one thing that actually works: Tylenol gel. It's an anesthetic—meaning it numbs the area—and you just lightly apply it with your finger right at the opening. The results are honestly incredible: within about 15 minutes, the pain dies down fast, and the swelling goes down enough to finally give the rectum some breathing room to let things pass!

It says anesthetic right here. And I think I saw it somewhere else too.

EDIT: Here it is.

Timothy Morgan38 said:I dealt with hemorrhoids once—and I mean absolutely catastrophic ones. I have no clue what triggered it... maybe it was spicy food, sitting too much, or some combination of both? Who knows. I've never had issues before that, and I haven't had any since. I’ve always been diligent about cleaning up after every bathroom trip, so it was probably just a bad mix of sitting around too long, hard stools, and eating way too much pepper.

But since I actually took the time to dig into this—really did my homework—I know a damn amount about hemorrhoids now...

The cream I recommend is Tylenol... you can just pick it up over the counter at any pharmacy. My doctor suggested it after Johnson & Johnson didn't do a damn thing for me.

I was doubled over in pain for about three weeks straight... I couldn't lie down, sit, or even walk properly. Honestly, I felt like a total invalid—just completely incapacitated. I had massive inflammation from hemorrhoids, and there were about 6 to 8 pretty large, inflamed ones right around the anal opening.

Ever since I started taking Tylenol, my hemorrhoids actually started BURSTING... honestly, the bleeding was so bad it felt like someone shoved a knife in my gut. The biggest, most inflamed ones just popped—but weirdly enough, the smaller ones calmed down, shrank, and the swelling finally went away. Basically, everything cleared up within 4 or 5 days.

Since then, whenever I get that stinging itch down there after washing and drying off, I just slap some Tylenol on it and call it a day... Honestly, since I started doing that, there hasn't been any pain or bleeding at all. Simple as that.

If you've reached the advanced stages with those hemorrhoids, you seriously need to pick up that ANSOO wash. Honestly—if you pair it with some Tylenol, it works incredibly fast.

So I got 6-8 extra pieces loaded up, and they're all gone in like 4-5 days? :/

Dana Baker2 said:Look, creams aren't exactly a miracle cure. Some work better than others, sure.
But I’ve been scrolling through this thread, and I kept seeing people say Tylenol works wonders.
Not necessarily for post-op stuff, but just for regular use. Apparently, it's the best for easing things up. If it's an analgesic, shouldn't I actually feel some relief on the lump? Honestly, it feels like I didn't even put anything on.

If you can track down Lidoproct in Canada, that would be your best bet. Everything else is pretty much useless.

If anyone actually manages to get rid of their hemorrhoids using Tylenol gel—please, let me know and write a post about it!!! Don't just stay silent 😉 Help me out here!
I'm talking specifically about hemorrhoids that aren't currently inflamed.
Some people claim that grade 2 and 3 hemorrhoids can actually recede, and that grade 4 ones shrink, which honestly sounds pretty unbelievable to me without surgery, but... well...

Michael Diaz4 said:There's really no reason to be afraid. You can live with this just fine for the rest of your life. Standing jobs are basically an invitation for hemorrhoids to show up—it’s just how we evolved. I think I’ve mentioned that before. After dealing with hemorrhoid issues for a long stretch, you might start seeing polyps, which can get dangerous because they're considered precancerous and absolutely have to be removed.

That is exactly what I was asking. Since I’ve basically mastered the art of living with them, is it still worth getting rid of them by any means necessary just to prevent those polyps from popping up later? I want to know if it actually lowers the risk of colorectal cancer down the road.

Sophia Booth8 Asks:
If anyone actually manages to get rid of their hemorrhoids using Tylenol gel, please let me know. Post about it! Don't just stay silent. 😉 Help!
I'm talking about hemorrhoids that aren't inflamed.
Some people claim that grade 2 and 3 hemorrhoids can actually recede, and even grade 4 can shrink—which honestly sounds pretty unbelievable to me without surgery, but... who knows?

No cream is ever going to actually get rid of hemorrhoids. That’s just the reality of it. Taking a conservative approach helps manage the pain and makes things more bearable, but it doesn't cure the underlying issue. For more details, take a look at some of the earlier posts here. If you want, feel free to dig through my previous posts too...

Chris Johnson88 said:That’s exactly what I was asking. Since I’ve basically learned how to live with them, is it actually better to just get rid of them altogether? I mean, whether it's through any method at all, would removing them prevent those polyps from coming back later or help lower the overall risk of developing colon cancer?

Look, you should really go see a doctor to have them take a look and give you some guidance on next steps. It doesn't necessarily mean you're headed straight for surgery. If there isn't a polyp involved, it’s really not a huge deal. Plus, there are plenty of different ways to treat hemorrhoids these days. I'm not trying to play salesman here by claiming one specific method is the absolute best—though if you dig through the older posts, you'll know exactly which one I'm talking about. I've actually posted quite a bit on this myself, so definitely do some reading to get informed. There's no reason to panic; it's nothing alarming, but having a specialist check it out is definitely the smartest move.

Michael Diaz4 said:Look, I’m not out here trying to advertise which one is the best (though it’s pretty obvious which one it is), just go back and read some of the earlier posts.

Are you talking about THD, the DGH-HAL RAR method, or something else entirely?

Chris Johnson88 said:Are you talking about THD, the DG HAL-RAR method, or something else entirely?

DG HAL-RAR... That's what I'm thinking about...

Here is some insight from my own experience. I dealt with hemorrhoids that weren't necessarily painful, but caused significant bleeding and prolapse. It went on for quite a while. About three years ago, I underwent surgery at a medical center in Washington, D.C. (performed by Dr. Ivanovic). They used the DG HAL method. That’s short for Doppler-guided artery ligation. Essentially, they ligate the point where the arteries transition into veins, which stops the blood flow to the hemorrhoids. In my case, they also performed an additional RAR—basically reconstructing the area by suturing and pulling the weakened tissue back inside. This depends on the severity of the condition. Full recovery takes about six weeks, which is also when the follow-up occurs. The first few days are the hardest, but it gets easier from there. For instance, I felt great after just three weeks. But most importantly, I haven't had any issues in the three years since the surgery, despite how much they interfered with my daily life before.

Christian Smith2 said:Here’s a bit from my own experience. I dealt with hemorrhoids that weren't necessarily painful, but there was significant bleeding and prolapse. It went on for quite a while. About three years ago, I had surgery at Mercury Hospital (performed by Dr. Ivanovic). They used the DG HAL method. That’s just shorthand for Doppler-guided ligation of the hemorrhoidal arteries. Basically, they tie off the spot where the arteries meet the veins. This stops the blood flow to the hemorrhoids. In my case, they also performed an additional RAR—essentially reconstructing that area by stitching and pulling back the tissue that had loosened and was protruding. It all depends on the stage of the disease. Full recovery takes about six weeks, which is also when you go in for the follow-up. The first few days are the toughest, but it gets easier from there. By week three, I felt pretty great. But most importantly, in these three years since the surgery, I haven't had any issues, even though those hemorrhoids used to seriously mess with my daily life.

That’s right. RAR is the reconstruction of the anal area. For stages one and two, you don't need the RAR, and the recovery time really depends on how bad the condition is. If you're dealing with stage four, the RAR is more extensive and the recovery takes longer. Smaller reconstructions mean an easier recovery. For the first two stages, there's no issue and no RAR required. With stage one, recovery is practically instant. After a couple of days, you're basically good to go...