Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Can someone please, for the love of God, answer my question up there?
I noticed you guys deleted the photo, but I can upload it again if that helps...
My doctor is out on some damn ski trip right now so I can't get a hold of him, and honestly, I'm about to lose my mind over all this...

cosmicmoose2 said:Can someone please answer my question above?
I see they deleted the photo, but I can upload it again if necessary.
My doctor is out on some damn ski trip right now so I can't reach him, and honestly, this whole situation is driving me crazy..

Come on, you posted a picture of a pig, so the admin nuked it. Just describe what happened...

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Look, friend, that’s just a colorful lie. You have to keep things soft enough, and what they're recommending here isn't really going to make much of a difference. You definitely need more fluids in your diet. There’s actually a breakdown on this thread about what kind of nutrition you should be aiming for—take a look at what’s been written there...

Michael Diaz4 said:Come on, you posted a picture of a pig, so the admin nuked it. Just tell us what happened...

It wasn't even an image on the forum, just an external link... but whatever, doesn't matter.
Anyway, I’ve got these little bluish-purple bumps right at the exit of my... well, you know...
It hurts like hell... is it possible they're external hemorrhoids?
I spent the whole damn day chasing down the doctor who did my surgery, but I couldn't track him down. I have no clue what to do...

Does cream for internal hemorrhoids actually help with this?

cosmicmoose2 said:It wasn't on the forum, just an external link... but it doesn't matter.
I've got these blueish-purple lumps right at the exit of my... well, you know.
It's pretty painful. Is it possible they're external hemorrhoids?
I spent the whole day hunting down the doctor who performed my surgery, but I couldn't track him down. I'm at a loss here.

Does cream meant for internal hemorrhoids actually help with this?

Thrombosed hemorrhoids. You really should get that taken care of because it looks like the surgery didn't hold up... Look, I don't want to give medical advice blindly, so you need to see a doctor. It seems like the guy who did the initial procedure might not have been the best choice if things are failing like this. Go get someone to take a look, and if you're doubting his expertise, definitely get a second opinion. Seriously, it's your own ass we're talking about—you have every right to find the best specialist you can afford.

Michael Diaz4 said:Thrombosed hemorrhoids. Honestly, you need to get that dealt with because it's pretty obvious the surgery didn't take... But look, I don't want to play doctor here, so you really need to see a professional. If the guy who did the first procedure clearly botched it, maybe he isn't the right choice to fix it. Go get someone to take a look, and if you're doubting his skills, go get a second opinion. For crying out loud, it's your own ass we're talking about! You have every right to demand the best doctor you can afford...

From what I understand, that operation is only for internal ones, so it only permanently fixes those... but external stuff, like this thrombosis, can pop up regardless of how well the surgery went...

I guess I'm stuck just waiting for him to get back from his ski trip... If I already paid this guy for this, and you're right about the success rate, then he better fix this mess once and for all...

All I care about right now is what I can do over the next week to make the pain suck less. Is there some kind of cream for this?

cosmicmoose2 said:From what I can gather, that surgery only targets the internal issues, which fixes those permanently... but the external stuff, that thrombosis, could still pop up regardless of how successful the procedure was.

I don't have much choice left but to wait for him to get back from his ski trip. If I’ve already paid for this and you're right about the success rate, he better see this through to the end.

I just want to know if there's anything I can do over these next couple of weeks to manage the pain. Is there some kind of cream for this?

There isn't much you can do. Keep your digestion regular and stay away from spicy food. Just pray to God it doesn't flare up again... And honestly, if he didn't know how to handle that, he's not a very good doctor. I'm not sure what to tell you—whether you should look for someone else or stick with him. Man, maybe he just got lucky. 🤷

Hey everyone,
Has anyone here actually gone through with hemorrhoid surgery using the DG-HAL method over at Arithera Clinic? I’m really curious to hear about your experiences—things like how the recovery went, if the surgeons were good, and honestly, if you’re actually happy with the end results... Also, does anyone happen to know what the actual difference is between Arithera and butterfly ???... Any little bit of info would be such a huge help! 🙂

Hey everyone, question for Michael Diaz4...
How bad was your inflammation before surgery, and how many days did the recovery take? For me, things flared up three years ago—felt like I was out of commission for about 15-20 days. I went to the same clinic where you had your procedure, and the diagnosis was Stage 4: prolapsed, thrombosed, and inflamed. The doctor showed me that it’s actually possible to push them back in, even though the pain was absolutely hellish, and then just sent me home with antibiotics, a cream, and suppositories... He told me to take the antibiotics, use painkillers, apply the cream, and keep pushing them back in as much as possible... So, I did exactly what he said...
Once the inflammation cleared, I stayed in shape and didn't have any issues for almost three years. Then two days ago (today is day three), they flared up again. This time I didn't bother seeing a doctor; I'm just repeating that same therapy he gave me last time, but I can't remember exactly how long it took before I could start pushing them back in, or when I'd be able to get the suppository in properly...
The truth is, I didn't go through with the surgery for two reasons: first, I couldn't afford it, and second, I'm terrified of post-op complications...

I was scrolling back through the threads and found your posts on pages 82-83... I see you were bedridden for three weeks. 😢 Hopefully mine passes faster...
Man, this hurts...

Ethan Wilson6 said:Hey everyone, I have a quick question for Michael Diaz4...
How much inflammation were you dealing with before your surgery, and how many days did the recovery take? For me, back when things flared up three years ago, I felt like I was completely out of commission for about 15 to 20 days. I actually went to the same clinic where you had your procedure, and the diagnosis was pretty grim—stage 4, prolapsed, thrombosed, and inflamed. The doctor showed me that it could actually be pushed back in, even though the pain was absolutely hellish. Then he just sent me home with a prescription for antibiotics, some cream, and suppositories. He basically told me, "Take the antibiotics, take the painkillers, use the suppositories, and try to push it back in whenever you can." So, naturally, I did exactly what he said...
After that last flare-up passed, I actually stayed pretty active and didn't deal with any issues for almost three years. But then, two days ago—today makes it three—everything flared up again. I didn't bother heading to the doctor this time; instead, I'm just trying to repeat that same treatment regimen they prescribed me during the last episode. Honestly, though, my memory is failing me. I can't quite recall how long it took for things to settle back down and stay in place, or how much time I needed before I could finally get that plug back in there...
There are two main reasons why I haven't gone through with the surgery yet. First off, the cost was just too high—I simply didn't have the funds set aside for something like that. And second, honestly? I’m terrified of what might happen during the recovery process. Dealing with post-op complications is a huge weight on my mind.

I was scrolling through some old threads and ended up landing on your posts from pages 82 and 83... I see you were completely out of commission for three weeks there. 😢 Hopefully, things move a bit faster on my end...
Man, how it hurts...

Uuuuuhhh... I’m so sorry. I know you probably didn't want surgery, but the exact same doctor told me that it was absolutely necessary. If you didn't have the money or if you were just scared, I completely understand why things ended up that way. I truly hope something provides you some relief. Honestly, I don't think it's ever going to clear up on its own like that. You can live with it as long as there isn't inflammation, but that's a ticking time bomb. Inflammation before surgery? Let me think... During the war, I remember screaming from the pain maybe four or five times—I honestly thought I was going to die. Then it would settle down. A few years after the war, it happened another three or four times, though it wasn't quite as intense as during the war. It flared up constantly, but somehow I managed. I was always applying ointments, messing around with different creams... To be honest, for a couple of years, I actually forgot I even had this issue. It was terrible, but only occasional. Then, back in 2006, it was a disaster three separate times. I was probably old enough to consider surgery then, but nobody even took a serious look at it; I just kept applying cream. That happened about three times that year, if I recall correctly. Fast forward to two years ago, and I had a total collapse. I nearly died. I was on an IV right before the surgery. And listen, you shouldn't be afraid of the recovery period. It isn't nearly as bad as the time leading up to the procedure. I was cold-blooded about it: I decided there was no point in living if this continued. I figured it was better to die than to keep suffering. I’d be screaming, begging God to just let me die, but nothing worked. My body was giving out. I started getting throat infections and fevers. When they checked my white blood cell count before surgery, it was through the roof. Kandić couldn't even bear to look at it; he just said, "This is an emergency surgery." The cleaning process, the agony through the night... at 6:00 AM, I was screaming after my last bowel movement, but I knew I was finally heading into surgery. Then, slowly, the pain dipped down to a tolerable level—just enough so I wasn't screaming anymore. I laid down in the car (sitting was impossible), went in for the pre-op exam, and just lay there peacefully, happy that the suffering was almost over. Nothing else mattered. At that point, I felt like even dying wouldn't be hard. The surgery itself went fine, though it lasted about two hours. It feels great immediately afterward; nothing hurts for the first few hours, though the lower half of your body feels completely numb. That first morning was rough, though—removing the plug, feeling a bit dazed in a semi-conscious state. Then comes the constant washing, rinsing, and walking around during the day, followed by that nagging pain that keeps you from sleeping until late after midnight. In the morning, it’s not too bad because those IV anesthetics are still working. Once I got home, it was hit or miss. That first night at home was brutal; no sleep, just dizziness and a constant cycle of antibiotics and other meds like Controloc. But slowly, it began to ease up. I wrote about exactly how it went two years ago. Now, I am a new man. A new silhouette (a perfect one, to be exact) and zero lingering issues. I am incredibly happy. I truly hope nobody ever has to go through what I went through before the surgery. But again, life finds a way to pull through.

Here is a question I have
I underwent surgery for hemorrhoids eight years ago with Dr. File, but they unfortunately resurfaced within two or three years. During that interval, I relied on Rosa suppositories, though they offered nothing more than minor relief, much like various private-label ointments and, of course, Pilex capsules. Now, I am dealing with a slight prolapse again; there isn't much bleeding, but it is incredibly painful. The discomfort is frequent and radiates toward the prostate area. It usually subsides after about fourteen days, only to return once more. I experience bleeding during bowel movements roughly once every two months, which is a single occurrence and certainly not enough to cause anemia.
To be honest, my experience with Dr. File was far from pleasant. He operates in two distinct stages over two days. On the first day, he applies bands to the prolapsed hemorrhoids and performs a rectosigmoidoscopy. Before any procedure, he administers local anesthetic at five or six different sites, which is quite painful. The second day is even worse because you are already sore from the first day, yet you have to endure more injections that feel excruciating. Then comes the sclerotherapy—likely for the larger hemorrhoids—using electrocautery. Despite the anesthesia, it is extremely painful, and since it involves cauterization, there is a significant burning sensation. It was painful as hell, to be honest. I know those surgeons were practically vintage, but regardless, my experience was intensely painful!
Consequently, I would not subject myself to that specific process again...
That is my situation. What I want to know is about these other methods, DG-HAL and DG RAR? Has anyone here experienced either of them? If so, could you describe the process and mention which clinic you used? There are just too many pages online that I can't seem to find anything useful, and reading through endless walls of text for seven hours is simply more than I can manage.
I am specifically interested in experiences regarding private clinics and their pricing within New York City. Additionally, has anyone managed to get an appointment at Mercury? Does that facility utilize the same method, and if so, which doctor performs it? That is my primary inquiry. I would also appreciate a detailed, subjective description of the procedure itself, if you don't mind sharing.
I will stop there so as not to take up too much of your time. Thank you all for your assistance!!

Carl Phillips2 said:So, here is my question.
I had surgery for hemorrhoids about eight years ago with Dr. File. They ended up coming back after two or three years. During that time, I used those Rosa suppositories, but they only offered minor relief, much like some random private label ointments or even those Pilex capsules. Now, I’m dealing with a slight prolapse again. There isn't really any bleeding, but man, it hurts. The pain is frequent and actually radiates toward my prostate area. It settles down after about 14 days, but then it just starts all over again. I do bleed once every couple of months when I go to the bathroom, but it's just a one-off thing—nothing serious enough to cause anemia.
To be honest, my experience with Dr. File wasn't exactly great. He does it in two stages over two days. On the first day, he applies bands to the prolapsed hemorrhoids and performs a rectosigmoidoscopy. Before any of that, he injects local anesthetic into five or six different spots, which is pretty painful in itself. The second day is even worse because everything is already tender from day one, and then comes more injections that hurt straight to the brain. Then there's the sclerotherapy for the larger hemorrhoids using an electrocautery tool. Even with the anesthetic, it's incredibly painful, and since it involves cauterizing, it burns. Honestly, it was painful as hell, I swear to God. I know those doctors might be older than the hills, but in my experience, it was brutal.
So, I wouldn't want to go through that again...
That’s my situation. What I want to know is about these other methods, DG-HAL and DG RAR. Has anyone actually described the process for these? Which clinic do they use? There are so many pages online that I can't find anything specific, and frankly, reading through seven hours' worth of text is a bit much for me.
I'm interested in experiences at private clinics and, naturally, the costs—but only in New York City. Also, has anyone managed to get an appointment at Mercury? Is it the same method there, and which doctor performs it? That’s my question. If you could provide a detailed, subjective description of the procedure, I would really appreciate it.
Anyway, I won't ramble on forever. Thanks everyone for the help!!

Just look up my posts from two years ago and read them. Everything is laid out there in detail... Just search for my username within this thread and you'll find it all. To be fair, it wasn't in New York City, but you can see how the surgery went and what the recovery was like...

Man, I get this feeling sometimes after I go... I wipe with the toilet paper and there’s blood on it. Not a ton, just like little spots. What if it's colon cancer? I'm only 17.

@Carl Phillips2/">@@Carl Phillips2, check out page 83—it’s Leslie's detailed breakdown of the surgery.
@gentleraven872/">@@gentleraven872, honestly, it’s pretty unlikely you’d have cancer at 17—unless you were out there licking circuit boards... It's more likely your body is just sending up red flags—maybe some hemorrhoids starting to act up... Just tweak your diet, stop sitting on the toilet forever, quit straining so hard, and cut back on the booze...

And man, Leslie—you could have definitely spared me some of those gruesome details about the post-op recovery. Now that I've read it, it sounds absolutely brutal...

Status update: things are looking slightly better, though I'm still nowhere near being fine... Day 7... 😢

Michael Diaz4 said:Just go back and find my posts from two years ago and read them; everything is described there in meticulous detail. Simply search for my username within this thread and you will find the entire history. Granted, it didn't happen in New York City, but you can see exactly how the surgery unfolded and what the postoperative recovery process was like...

Well, that was two years ago... and that was in the USA, so please don't take offense, but medical science is advancing constantly—both surgical techniques and diagnostic methods improve every single month. Because of that, I would prefer to hear from someone who is a more recent user. Look, I'm sorry, but too much time has passed for my experience to be considered truly relevant now. However, I did read about your experience, which sounded like it was right on the verge of sepsis; you really did pull through well!!🙂

Carl Phillips2 said:That was two years ago... and that was back in the USA. Don't get mad at me, but medical science—both surgical and diagnostic methods—advances every single month. I think it would be better to hear from someone who actually went through this recently. Sorry, too much time has passed for that to be truly relevant. Still, I read about your experience; you were basically at the stage right before sepsis. You're lucky you made it out okay!!🙂

🤦Ahem... Well, the conditions there are actually better than anywhere else, like New York City for example... And as far as goes, there isn't anything newer to report yet. Do you really think things changed that much in 24 months...?😂 Maybe do a little Googling before you try to act smart. Read up on how some people messed things up in NYC when they were getting anorectal surgeries done...🙂 With an attitude like yours, I can see your future clearly. I see a lot of complaining about Stage 4 hemorrhoids. Go while there's still time so you don't end up in the situation I'm in. If you do end up there, I can only recommend one specific clinic and one specific doctor...

I am not attempting to act superior; I am simply inquiring if anyone has more recent experiences, just to see if things have improved for you... I trust you believe they have... haven't they??.. because for me, they certainly haven't, and likely never will!
I posed a very clear question, and I fail to see why it needs to be evaded! Furthermore, and just as importantly, medical methodologies are in a constant state of flux—believe me, I know a fair amount about that. All I wanted was to obtain more current and relatively reliable information regarding the progression and prognosis of this condition within my own Homeland, exclusively!!! That is exactly what I specified!!!
I have no interest in anything from across the border, nor do I have any intention of traveling there!
I hope I have been sufficiently candid!
Respectfully!!

Day 9 of this misery, and the swelling isn't going down—even if the pain has subsided...

Until this inflammation settles enough for me to go in for surgery—which looks like my only real option, despite all the horror stories about postoperative recovery—I have a question for anyone who’s dealt with this crap:

Is there any cream out there that works as well as Faktu but with a different formula? Using Faktu gives me unbearable itching.

Has anyone tried applying local anesthetics like Dolocaine or similar drugs directly onto inflamed, prolapsed hemorrhoids?

Ethan Wilson6 said:Nine days of pure misery, and the swelling still hasn't gone down. The pain finally subsided, though...

But until this inflammation settles enough so I can actually go in for surgery—which honestly looks like my only way out, despite all the horror stories people tell about the recovery process—I have a couple of questions for anyone who’s been through this hell:

Is there a cream that works just as well as Faktu, but with a different formula? Every time I use Faktu, the itching becomes absolutely unbearable.

Has anyone tried using local anesthetics, like Dolocaine or similar stuff, directly on inflamed or prolapsed hemorrhoids?

Lidoprokt is the gold standard for hemorrhoids. If it helps with the itching, go for it, but don't let it give you a false sense of security; once it wears off, the problem will be right back there. I'm worried surgery might be your only real option at this point... Just try to stay calm, see that specialist, and get it sorted for good. Good luck...