Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Sophia Brooks50 said:I truly appreciate you taking the time to respond. Tell me, did the pain subside significantly after the procedure, and if so, how long did the recovery actually take? Before they moved you into surgery, what kind of preliminary exam did the doctor perform—was it a rectoscopy or something similar? And regarding that anesthetic injection—is it as excruciating as people say, or perhaps less painful if they apply a topical numbing agent first? I ask because, quite frankly, the prospect of the pain is weighing heavily on my mind. Furthermore, is that anal dilation absolutely necessary? We’ve heard whispers about its side effects, which is rather unsettling. Also, regarding the cauterization—is that specifically for a fissure, or is it used for hemorrhoids, seeing as you mentioned undergoing both? Do they let you head home the very same day, and what does the follow-up process look like? I find myself needing to be thoroughly informed, especially since I am not from New York City. Thank you.

And one more thing... how long had you been struggling with these issues before you finally pulled the trigger on the surgery, and how long does the actual operation last? I realize you dealt with both issues simultaneously, so the total duration might be a bit skewed, but I was just asking a friend who underwent the traditional excision under general anesthesia.

Sophia Brooks50 said:Thanks for getting back to me. Did you experience much pain after the procedure—and how bad was it? What kind of exam did the doctor perform beforehand? Was it a rectoscopy or something else? Also, that anesthesia injection... it’s pretty painful, isn't it? Or does it hurt less if they apply a topical numbing agent first? I'm asking because, frankly, the idea of the pain terrifies me. And regarding the anal dilation—is that actually necessary? We've heard there can be side effects from that too. One more thing: is cauterization specifically for a fissure, or could it be for hemorrhoids, since you mentioned you had both done? Do you get to head home the same day, and what is the follow-up process like? I need to gather as much info as possible, especially since I'm not from New York City. Thanks!

After the procedure, your doctor will send you home with some painkillers—things like 100mg Ketorolac and maybe some liquid analgesic ampules. Look, I won't sugarcoat it: the injection isn't pleasant. It's a momentary sting—just grit your teeth and get through it. There's no other way to put it. As for the dilation, it's over in a flash; honestly, unless the doctor explicitly tells you they performed it, you wouldn't even know it happened because you'll be under local anesthesia. Anyway, make sure to take your pain meds early, because they take a little while to kick in. Regarding the specific type of pain, I can't say for certain whether yours stemmed from hemorrhoids or a fissure, though my guess is they were hemorrhoids following the surgery. You'll be relying on analgesics for the first two days, but things settle down significantly after that. You might still take them occasionally, but the intense pain subsides. Cauterization is strictly for the fissure—you'll feel a sensation of warmth, but absolutely no pain while they're treating the fissure. Once I finished the procedure, I hopped on the subway and headed home myself... though I wouldn't recommend that. It's much better to have someone with you to drive you home. I've been through enough to handle it solo, but it's not ideal. Plus, you usually have a follow-up the very next day, so you'd probably want to stay overnight in New York City.

I did hear that at the Mayo Clinic (if I recall correctly, you mentioned being from that area) they have an excellent surgeon who performs sphincterotomies. That was my thought when I was looking into resolving this issue in that region... but the pain from the fissure became so unbearable that I couldn't wait for an appointment, so I just went private and saw Dr. Smith instead.

Sophia Brooks50 said:And one more thing... how much trouble were you dealing with before you finally pulled the trigger on the surgery, and how long does the procedure actually take? You mentioned doing both at once—but honestly, the total duration doesn't matter as much as the relief. I was asking a friend about her experience; she went the traditional route—an incision under general anesthesia.

In my case, Phil handled everything with lightning speed—took maybe 20 minutes to clear up both the fissure and the hemorrhoids (using the ligation method). He even performed a rectoscopy right then and there—which is standard protocol when dealing with hemorrhoids—and let me tell you, it didn't hurt a bit. Before that, though, I had been suffering for about eight months until the pain became absolutely unbearable. I kept putting it off, just like you might be doing now, but I promise you: never wait that long again. Dealing with it immediately is hands down the best move. You should definitely check in with some other folks on the forums to get different perspectives, then you can decide which surgeon you want to trust with the job.

darkbear14 said:For me, Phil handled everything with lightning speed—it took barely twenty minutes to resolve both my fissure and my hemorrhoids through a ligation procedure. He even performed the rectoscopy, which is absolutely mandatory before any hemorrhoid surgery, and I can tell you truthfully, it was painless. Before that, I had spent eight agonizing months suffering in silence until the pain became simply unbearable. I’ll admit, I procrastinated, much like anyone else would, but I certainly wouldn't make that mistake again. Addressing the issue immediately is the only logical path forward. My advice? Reach out to other folks on these forums and weigh your options; you should decide for yourself which surgeon feels right for you.

I wonder, would you happen to have the name of that surgeon from the Mayo Clinic? And are you based out of San Francisco or New York City? The way your experience unfolded sounds ideal—quick, affordable, and finally being rid of those hemorrhoids must mean the pain is cut halfway down, if not entirely gone. Did he take the time to discuss any potential complications with you?🤷😕

So, I'm currently dealing with some external discomfort that’s becoming quite painful.
I've been using Fact cream and suppositories for about five or six days now, but I haven't seen any real improvement yet.
My doctor has strictly advised me to avoid all physical activity until this clears up, which is incredibly frustrating because I'm an active person and staying sedentary is really tough for me.
What has your experience been like with this, or do you have any specific medical advice regarding such restrictions😕?

Kyle Stewart26 said:Look, I'm dealing with some external topical stuff that’s pretty painful.
I've been using Fact cream and suppositories for about 5 or 6 days now, but honestly, I haven't seen much of a difference yet.
My doctor told me I need to stay away from any kind of sports until this clears up. It’s incredibly frustrating because I'm a really active guy, and sitting around doing nothing is driving me crazy.
What have you guys experienced? Any specific advice from doctors regarding this sort of thing😕?

She gave you good advice. Straining is definitely not the move. Don't go lifting heavy things either. Light walks are fine, but pushing yourself during a run is just asking for trouble...☕

Sophia Brooks50 said:Do you happen to know the name of that surgeon from the East Coast? And are you based out of San Francisco or NYC? I’m really interested in how your procedure went—it sounds like it was fast, affordable, and hopefully, those hemorrhoids are half the problem now and you're finally pain-free... Did he mention anything regarding potential complications?🤷 😕

I can't recall his exact name right this second—I think it starts with a B, maybe Bicic or something similar—but from what I gather, he’s essentially the only one performing these specific procedures at the Mayo Clinic; at least, that’s the word on the street... I actually did some digging through my buddy's wife, who managed to get the scoop from an acquaintance of hers—a surgical nurse over at the Mayo Clinic... She mentioned that a fissure surgery isn't overly complex and doesn't take much time... With Dr. Phil, everything was handled swiftly and the cost was quite reasonable... though, you should probably budget about a month and a half for things to truly settle down... I mean, I can't exactly expect a doctor to wave a magic wand and fix everything instantly without a recovery period—it's not like I've been nursing these hemorrhoids and this fissure for a single day... I've been dealing with the hemorrhoids for years, and the fissure has been hanging around for a long time too... Dr. Phil isn't much for small talk; he just gets the job done because his schedule is absolutely packed—honestly, seeing the sheer volume of people waiting for him was a bit of a shock... When I first showed up for my consultations and the surgery itself, I thought I might have stumbled into the wrong place by mistake... but later on, I realized that's just how it is... Look, I get that you're feeling stressed, but sometimes you just have to put your trust in someone... If you experience some pain after a bowel movement, just take an analgesic, hang in there, and the discomfort will pass... and seriously, don't underestimate the power of Donat.

Hey,

So, I went to see a specialist at a private medical clinic in New York City this past Friday because of this anal fissure that was absolutely killing me. They just did the procedure right then and there, and I’m actually headed back to work tomorrow. Once the anesthesia wore off, the first day was pretty rough—definitely painful, especially with the tampons—but I already managed to grab coffee out today. Honestly, the anesthesia was the worst part of the whole thing; after that, I barely felt a thing.

darkbear14 said:I can't recall the exact name right this second—it starts with a B, I think, maybe Dr. Bill—but from what I gather, he’s essentially the only one performing those specific procedures at the Mayo Clinic; at least, that’s the word on the street. I was asking around through a friend's wife, who actually heard it from an acquaintance of hers—a surgical technician over at the Mayo Clinic... she mentioned that a fissure surgery isn't overly complex and the procedure itself is quite brief. Under Dr. Phil, everything went smoothly and the cost was surprisingly reasonable... though you have to be prepared to give it about a month and a half for things to truly settle down. I mean, I can't exactly expect Dr. Smith to wave a magic wand and fix everything instantly without a recovery period; it’s not as if I suddenly sprouted these hemorrhoids and this fissure overnight. I’ve been dealing with these hemorrhoids for years, and this fissure has been hanging around for a long time too. Dr. Phil isn't much for small talk; he just gets the job done because the clinic is absolutely slammed—honestly, I was stunned by the sheer volume of people waiting to see him. The first couple of times I showed up for my exams and the surgery, I thought it might be a fluke, but I soon realized it’s just how it is. Look, I get that you're feeling anxious, but sometimes in life, you just have to put your faith in someone. If the pain hits after a bowel movement, just take an analgesic, bear with it, and wait for the sensation to pass... and besides, once again, Donat works wonders...

Ah, it’s probably Dr. Bacic; I believe he’s the head of that Gastroenterology department. He’s quite good. For me, though, the real anxiety lies in the aftermath—the potential for intense pain or complications like incontinence. I've been struggling for eight months now; honestly, I wouldn't even call them "sharp" pains anymore, but more of a constant burning sensation that gets under your skin and makes it impossible to function properly...

Sandra Taylor34 said:Greetings,

Last Friday, I finally bit the bullet and visited a proctologist at a private medical clinic in New York City. They diagnosed me with an anal fissure—which, frankly, had been making my life a living hell. The procedure was performed right then and there, and believe it or not, I'm already heading back to work tomorrow. Once the anesthesia wore off, the first day was quite painful, especially dealing with the tampons, but I’ve already managed to step out for coffee today. In my estimation, the local anesthesia was easily the worst part; everything else passed by without much sensation at all.

Sugar, if you don't mind me pestering you just a little bit, which doctor did you see, and what kind of lightning-fast method did they use to get the job done so quickly?

Sophia Brooks50 said:Look, honey, let me bug you for a sec—which doctor did you actually see, and how fast did they rush through the whole procedure?

I went to the Medical Clinic and Dr. Peric handled my surgery.

Sandra Taylor34 said:I had my surgery at the Medical Clinic with Dr. Peric.

So, what's the verdict on that clinic and the doctor? Is he actually any good?

Kimberly Stewart89 said:So, what's the verdict on that medical clinic and the doctor there?

Hey,

I'm honestly super happy with the medical clinic, the doctor, and everyone on staff. If you're dealing with stuff, I'd definitely recommend them.

Later.

Hey there!

I have a quick question. I was out the other night, and when I got home this morning, I noticed a tiny little bump near my anus. It feels about 3mm thick and maybe 6 or 7mm long. I'm wondering how I can fix this? I first spotted it Tuesday morning around 6 AM. I thought it would be gone by now, but it's still there after a day. I applied some Solee cream yesterday, and I really should go see a doctor at the Medical Clinic, but honestly, I'm too embarrassed to talk about it. Does anyone know of any other solutions? I get hemorrhoids every now and then—they usually clear up in a day or two—so I'm wondering if anyone can help me figure out what to do.

I went out this past Monday and ended up getting back home around 6 AM, and that’s when I noticed my hemorrhoids are flaring up again. Honestly, I've dealt with them for quite a while now; they just come and go, so I don't let it stress me out too much. But I have a quick question about what to do next. Yesterday, one was about 3 mm thick and maybe 6-7 mm long, but today it’s already cut in half. Is it okay for me to head to the beach? Yesterday I used some standard Solee cream, and since this morning, I've already wiped twice with aloe and chamomile baby wipes. Can I use those wipes while I'm out and about? And seriously, can I still go to the beach? I'm really hoping this clears up by tomorrow. It doesn't actually hurt, but I definitely feel it there, and it only stings if I touch it. :/

Jeffrey Roberts2 said:I was out this past Monday, and when I got back home around 6 AM, I noticed my hemorrhoids were flaring up again. Honestly, I've dealt with them for quite a while now; they just come and go, so I don't let it stress me out too much. But I have a question about what's happening now. Yesterday, one was about 3mm thick and maybe 6-7mm long, but today it's already half that size. Can I still head to the beach? Yesterday I used some standard Solee cream, and this morning I've already wiped down twice with those aloe and chamomile baby wipes. Is it okay to use those wipes while I'm traveling? And can I really go to the beach? I’m hoping it clears up by tomorrow. It doesn't hurt on its own, but it definitely stings if I touch it. :/

You can totally go to the beach, just be mindful of the hemorrhoids. Watch your diet—stay away from spicy foods and make sure you aren't getting constipated. Also, grab some actual hemorrhoid cream. Check out the old posts here; whatever I used worked wonders for me...

I’m being really careful about how much I sit and for how long. It’s been three days now and I’m still dealing with this. On the first day, I used some Solee cream. The second day, I went with aloe and chamomile wipes. Yesterday, I tried using a baby powder designed for sensitive skin, but the issue is still there. Today, I’m planning on using nothing at all just to see what happens. I’m also watching my diet—I had some bell peppers and a sandwich for breakfast, and I'll probably grab pizza later this afternoon. Yesterday was pretty plain, just some burgers and potatoes with no spice or heavy seasoning. Can anyone give me some actual advice here? Should I stick to one of those things—the cream, the wipes, or the powder—or is it better to just leave it alone? I’d buy that cream if I could, but money is a bit tight right now.

So, do you have any love for the ocean too?

Stay far away from pizza and all that other greasy fast food junk...

Since you're already dealing with them, there's no point in trying to just get rid of them; you can prevent things from getting worse by watching your diet and staying active.
Alcohol, red wine, or hard liquor—none of that is doing you any favors. Stick to soups and sausages paired with plenty of fruit (just skip the bananas)..

I don't really need money for the beach since I live in Miami, so the ocean is basically free for me. I'm going to steer clear of decent pizza and stuff like that anyway. Tell me though, what's the deal with using that Solee cream, the powder, and those aloe and chamomile wipes? Should I actually be using them or what? Honestly, ever since Wednesday, the area has become way more sensitive to the touch, so I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't put anything on it at all. To make matters worse, I’ve got this cold and I can't stop coughing—could that actually be making things harder? I'm staying away from alcohol, and I'll definitely be sticking to fruit.

When it comes to getting my steps in, I try to walk as much as possible. Even though I spend most of my time just hanging out at home, once I actually step out the door, I’m strictly on a walking mission!