Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Olivia Sanchez70 said:I’m 27 weeks pregnant, and I've dealt with occasional bleeding during bowel movements (even before pregnancy), along with periodic external hemorrhoids that flare up. I used Rekto cream once and managed to get one to recede after two days. It usually pops up every few months, sometimes more often, especially when things get stressful. My digestion is otherwise regular and fine. But now, I’ve been stuck in bed for three days straight because the pain is just unbearable. This external hemorrhoid feels like the size of Russia—okay, maybe more like a walnut. I’ve tried everything: Rekto cream, St. John's Wort, oak bark tea, alternating hot and cold compresses, chamomile soaks, Hemopip plus (that mother milk and propolis base), and warm baths. Nothing is working. It’s actually getting worse. I was literally crying from the pain this afternoon. Since I'm pregnant, I have to be careful about what I use, but I might try some Faktu cream next. Also, my mom mentioned a proctologist back in Canada gave her this plastic applicator that you keep in the fridge so it's ice-cold; you apply the cream with it, insert it, and hold it for five minutes, three times a day. It’s labeled Sapimed Dilatan. I couldn't find anything about it on Natu, just this one site http://www.petroneonline.com/scripts....aspx?MAR=6225. Has anyone used this? I tried it once, and honestly, with how swollen everything is, the sensation was awful, but if it works, I'll push through. I just need this agony to end!

Where are you located? From what I remember reading in a medical journal at the office of the doctor who performed my surgery, they emphasized that you really have to carefully evaluate the situation when hemorrhoids flare up during pregnancy. Usually, surgery isn't even an option until after you give birth; doctors wait until they can gauge if the baby is strong enough for the mother to undergo a procedure. I’m fairly certain you’ll eventually need surgery to resolve this for good. As for what doctors will do to make your life easier right now while you're still pregnant, I'm not sure. Maybe vividsailor7 knows something. Ultimately, the timing for any potential surgery depends on both you and the baby's health postpartum. Please go see a doctor. I truly hope you find some relief soon. The most important thing is that the pregnancy goes smoothly; you'll be able to handle the rest later. Good luck...🙂

I really need some advice here... I know someone else on this thread has surely dealt with this before, but I just haven't had the bandwidth to read through everything—so please bear with me. My issue with hemorrhoids has been hanging around for about ten years now, and usually, I can manage to soothe them within a few days using various methods. But this? This is absolutely brutal. I gave birth two months ago, and while I knew I’d be facing some level of agony again, I had no idea it would be this horrific. I realize surgery might be the only permanent fix, but since I'm breastfeeding, that option is completely off the table right now. So, I'm wondering if there is any kind of temporary relief out there? They've never bled like this before, and honestly, every single trip to the bathroom feels worse than labor itself. This time, it's both internal and external, and they are constantly inflamed—neither creams nor sitz baths seem to touch the pain. I actually wanted to pick up some Pilex, but they told me I shouldn't use it while nursing...

You really need to have a doctor take a look at this. I don't have the instructions for Lidoproct right in front of me, but that's what was recommended to me after my surgery. As for whether it's safe for pregnant women or what the specific dosage should be, I honestly don't know. But I can tell you this: that cream GUARANTEED helps, and it literally numbs the painful tissue. There is also a Doloproct gel available, though I'm not a doctor, so I can't say if you're allowed to use that one. I suspect you can, but again, I am repeating myself—you MUST get a medical professional to check you out. I am truly sorry; I know exactly how much this hurts.😢 Good luck...🙂

Rachel Bennett90 said:I’m looking for some advice here... I know someone else on this thread has definitely dealt with this before, but I haven't had a spare second to catch up on every single post, so please bear with me. Basically, I've been struggling with hemorrhoids for about ten years now. Usually, I can manage to soothe them within a few days using various methods, but this current situation is absolutely horrific. I gave birth two months ago, and while I knew I’d be facing this agony again, I had no idea it would be this excruciating. I am fully aware that surgery might be my only permanent fix, but since I'm breastfeeding, that isn't even an option right now. So, I need to know: is there *anything* else that can provide temporary relief? They've never bled like this before, and honestly, every single trip to the bathroom feels worse than the actual labor. This time, both the internal and external ones are flared up constantly, and nothing—not the creams, not the sitz baths—is touching the pain. I actually went to pick up some Pilex, but they told me I can't use it while nursing. Help!

Don’t you dare go playing doctor with your own health—especially when it comes to stuff like Pilex or any other nonsense like it! Seriously, stop it. You need to talk to your actual doctor before you mess anything up. If you're looking for something that actually works, maybe look into Hemopropin instead.

Michael Diaz4 said:You really need to have a doctor take a look at this. I don't have the specific instructions for Lidoproct handy right now—it's what was recommended to me following my surgery—but you can't just wing it. As for whether it's safe for pregnant women or what the specific dosage should be? I honestly have no clue. However, I will tell you this: that cream GUARANTEED to help. It literally numbs the painful tissue instantly. There is also a Doloproct gel available, but again, I’m not a doctor, so I have no idea if that’s even an option for you. Get professional advice before you try anything. I believe you can.Look, I’m telling you again—you absolutely HAVE to have a doctor look at this. Seriously. I feel for you, I really do; I know exactly how much this hurts.😢 Good luck...🙂

I can't see it. I can't even find the medication instructions!!!

shadowsailor10 said:I wrote a bit ago about the issues I was dealing with back in May of last year, and honestly, I felt like I was hitting that same wall again during Christmas, so once the holidays were over, I went looking for some expert help...
My primary doctor sent me off to digestive surgery, where a surgeon performed a digital rectal exam... and then just passed me along to a gastroenterologist. There wasn't even a single mention of a fissure in the report!! They basically said my situation doesn't require surgery at all, instead focusing entirely on mucosal issues and inflammation, and so on and so forth—not to mention how uncomfortable the actual exam was, I thought I was going to flip out...
So now I’m just spinning my wheels, feeling totally lost. Are "proctologists" actually surgeons? Because right now, I feel like I'm back at square one; my gastroenterologist can't find anything concrete in the results and wants me to wait until the inflammation settles before seeing a proctologist again, but believe me, I am really not in the mood for these exams every single month. lab: WBC 16.7 CRP 80

thanks in advance

I honestly don't know what to tell you. Everything I shared with you was exactly what my doctor told me, especially regarding the fever. I saw two different doctors, and it was the exact same story.
To be fair, they also told me my mucosa was incredibly sensitive, though they did spot a fissure as well. It’s possible you really are dealing with a completely different diagnosis.
The specialist I saw was a general surgeon, so I have no clue if every proctologist is also a surgeon by default. 🤷
Honestly, just find a new proctologist; switching doctors was the best thing that ever happened to me. One was just selling me a bunch of empty promises, while the second one actually cured me.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned from all of this, it’s that you should ALWAYS seek out a second opinion. A doctor who is a hero to one person might be a total nightmare for someone else.
And look, none of us are exactly thrilled about having to deal with these exams constantly, but when you're in pain, you do whatever it takes to get relief... 😁

You can run a fever from hemorrhoids just as easily as from inflammation anywhere else in the body. I’ve mentioned this before. Honestly, most general practitioners are clueless; they didn't even take my story about my sore throat and fever seriously. They just handed me some antibiotics and called it a day. When I told the surgeon who performed my procedure (a professor, MD), he actually recoiled and took a real look at my throat. Everything was bone dry. I ended up needing an IV drip. The point is, you need to see a specialist for these kinds of issues. You need a surgeon or a gastroenterologist. This is something that needs urgent attention...

You’re absolutely right about that. A fever can be triggered by all sorts of things, but from what I can tell, that sharp, stabbing pain is the classic hallmark of a fissure... I’ve dealt with both hemorrhoids and fissures at different points in my life, but a fissure is in a league of its own. It feels less like general discomfort and more like someone is constantly dragging a razor blade across you right at the bottom. It’s hard to put into words because they both hurt, but the sensation is just fundamentally different. 🤷
I bet I looked like a total wreck, honestly, because everyone—even my primary care doctor—kept asking if I was running a fever, and all three of them were genuinely shocked by how long I’d waited to get help. I am definitely never putting off a doctor's visit ever again... 🙄

I wrapped up one antibiotic at the end of last year, and I started a different one for the new year. My sinuses—which I had surgery on a few years back—have flared up again. I’m currently spending a few days at the McKinley clinic. To make things a bit more interesting, I noticed a few drops of bright red blood after using the bathroom this past Friday. My stool was a bit harder that day, though nothing unusual. Usually, my digestion is pretty routine—I go, and I'm done. Naturally, I panicked on Friday. After a little while, I went back to check if there was anything else, and there was. Everything seemed fine on Saturday, but today it happened again. Stool is normal this time.
So, could this be caused by those antibiotics? 🤷 To be honest, everything down there—including my anus—was incredibly itchy following my time at McKinley. My gynecologist prescribed some vaginal suppositories and a cream, which helped significantly. But now, this bleeding is worrying me. I have this uncomfortable sensation, plus a slight stinging. Because of the McKinley visit, I've been taking a probiotic since my doctor mentioned that diarrhea is a common side effect (something we both saw on the instruction sheet). I can't tell if I just avoided the issue or if the probiotic actually helped. I don't perform any self-exams, but that area feels quite sensitive. Could this be a side effect of the antibiotics? Or perhaps the early stages of hemorrhoids? I realize that providing an accurate diagnosis this way is difficult—if not impossible—but...

Brenda Gomez10 said:I finished up one round of antibiotics to ring in the New Year, and I've already started on a different one. To make matters worse, those sinuses I had surgery on a few years ago are acting up again. I’m spending a few more days at McKinley to get this sorted out. Just to add a little extra drama to the mix, I noticed a few drops of bright red blood after using the restroom this past Friday. My stool was a bit harder than usual that day, though nothing too crazy. Normally, my digestion is pretty predictable—I sit down, do my business, and I'm done. Naturally, I panicked when I saw that on Friday. After a little while, I went back to check if there was anything else to worry about, and sure enough, there was. Everything seemed fine on Saturday, but today, it happened again. My stool feels totally normal this time around.
So, now I'm wondering... could this all be because of those antibiotics? 🤷So, here’s the situation. Ever since I started that McKinley antibiotic, everything down there has been itching—including my anus. My gynecologist prescribed some vaginal suppositories and a cream, which have actually helped quite a bit. But now, I’m starting to worry about this bleeding. There's this uncomfortable sensation, plus a slight stinging feeling. Because of the McKinley, I’ve also been taking a probiotic. My doctor mentioned that diarrhea is a frequent side effect (which we all saw right there on the instruction sheet), so I wasn't sure if I was just preempting that reaction or if the probiotic was actually doing its job. Either way, I'm not touching anything down there, but that area feels much more sensitive than usual. Could this be a lingering effect from the antibiotics? Or could it be the early stages of hemorrhoids? I know it's nearly impossible to get an accurate diagnosis through a screen like this, but...

It could be hemorrhoids—honestly, I’m pretty sure that’s what it is, especially since you mentioned the itching afterward. From what I understand, antibiotics can cause all sorts of sensitivity, not to mention diarrhea. My guess? The diarrhea just irritated the hemorrhoids further. Keep an eye on things. If it doesn't settle down, you should probably see a doctor once that sinus inflammation calms down. It’s never a bad idea to get checked out while it's still in the early stages. A good doctor will know exactly how to handle it.☕

Karen Thompson10 said:I honestly don't know what else to tell you. Everything I’ve shared with you came straight from my doctors—especially that part about the fever. I've actually seen two different physicians now, and they both told me the exact same thing.
To be honest, they told me I had really sensitive mucous membranes too, but the fissure was definitely visible on its own. You might actually be looking at a completely different diagnosis.
The doctor I saw was also a general surgeon. Honestly, I have no clue if all proctologists are surgeons at the same time, or if that's just a coincidence. 🤷
Switch up your Proctolog. Honestly, it was a total lifesaver for me. I spent so much time listening to one doctor peddle nothing but empty promises, only to be completely healed by the next guy. It makes all the difference.
If there’s one thing I’ve taken away from all this, it’s that you always need to seek out more perspectives. One doctor might be a total saint to one patient, while being an absolute nightmare to someone else.
Look, none of us exactly wakes up craving issues with our backside. It’s not exactly on anyone's bucket list. But when that pain starts hitting you? You don't just sit there and take it—you go out and find a way to fix it. 😁

Hemorrhoids can be excruciatingly painful—it’s definitely not something you should just "deal with." For weeks, it felt like being sliced open. Honestly, those might be some of the worst pains a person can endure. I spent days literally screaming in pain. Sleep? Forget about it. I couldn't sleep at all. Eventually, I just had to go through with surgery. Once that was over, the relief was instant. Now, there isn't even a trace left that I ever dealt with this mess. My surgeon did a flawless job, and I am incredibly grateful to him for everything.🙏

Brenda Gomez10 said:I finished one antibiotic (Clavobel bid) right at the end of last year, and I started a different one for the new year. My sinuses—which I had surgery on a few years back—have flared up again. Right now, I'm finishing up a stint at McKinley. To make things even more interesting, after using the restroom this past Friday, I noticed a few drops of bright red blood. My stool was a bit harder that day, but nothing unusual. Normally, my bathroom routine is pretty predictable; I sit, do my business, and I'm done. Of course, seeing blood on Friday spooked me. After a little while, I went back to check if there was anything else, and there was. Saturday seemed fine, but today, it happened again. Stool was normal this time.
Well, now I’m wondering: is this because of those antibiotics 🤷? Honestly, ever since I was at McKinley, everything down there has been itching, including my anus. My gynecologist gave me some vaginal suppositories and a cream, which helped a lot. But now this blood is worrying me. I have this uncomfortable sensation and a slight stinging feeling. Because of the McKinley treatment, I've also been taking a probiotic since my doctor mentioned diarrhea is a common side effect (which we actually read on the instruction sheet ourselves). I can't tell if I just avoided the diarrhea or if the probiotic actually worked. I don't poke around down there, but that area feels much more sensitive. Could this be a side effect of the antibiotics? Or could it be the early stages of hemorrhoids? I know that trying to give a proper diagnosis like this is difficult, if not impossible, but still...

The bleeding isn't from the antibiotics. Along with the probiotic you're taking, you can apply a neutral cream to the anus (for example, something like Calendula ointment or Pavlovic). That anal itching, though, definitely could be from the antibiotics.

Rachel Bennett90 said:I am begging for some advice here... I know this thread is massive and I haven't had the chance to catch up on everything, so please bear with me. My issue with hemorrhoids has been hanging around for about ten years now, and usually, I can manage to soothe them within a few days using whatever tricks I have up my sleeve, but this current situation is just beyond horrific. I gave birth two months ago, and while I fully expected the usual agony to return, I had no idea it would be quite this devastating. I realize surgery might be the only permanent fix, but since I'm breastfeeding, that's absolutely off the table right now, so I'm wondering if there's any kind of temporary relief out there? They've never bled like this before, and honestly, every single trip to the bathroom feels more agonizing than the actual labor was. This time around, it's both internal and external, and they stay inflamed constantly; neither creams nor compresses seem to touch the pain. I actually wanted to pick up some Pilex, but they told me I shouldn't use it while nursing...

I completely get where you're coming from, and my heart really goes out to you. I actually called my OBGYN because I’m pregnant and dealing with the exact same nightmare, and his advice was to alternate between warm and cold compresses and stick to any cream as long as it doesn't contain corticosteroids. For me, the best thing is lying on my side with a cold compress, and occasionally applying some Faktu cream. Every morning, I make sure to have about half a cup of yogurt mixed with three teaspoons of ground flaxseeds just to soften things up a bit, otherwise, the whole ordeal in the bathroom is just endless misery. A warm bath provides a little bit of relief, but only while you're actually sitting in it—once you get out, it feels even worse, so you might want to avoid those. I mentioned an unusual, slightly uncomfortable little gadget in my previous post, but I think it helps somewhat too, acting almost like a cold compress from the inside and helping to relax things so the movement isn't such a struggle. I truly believe this will subside and you won't end up needing surgery. Hang in there!

vividsailor7 said:The blood isn't from the antibiotic—along with your probiotic, you can apply some neutral creams to the area (like Calendula or maybe some Pavlovic ointment). That itching could definitely be a side effect of the antibiotics.

Thanks!!!

I’ll definitely keep a close eye on things—if it doesn't settle down within a few days after I finish the course, I'll reach out to my doctor.

I’m with you on that. I definitely need to go out and get some second opinions. I was seen by a general surgeon, and honestly, maybe my ten-year history with ulcerative colitis threw them off the scent,
so wasn't he looking specifically for a fissure?
Anyway, I've been on Klavocin for six days now, and I'm thinking about grabbing another round of it.
The bleeding is just spotting at this point, and my temp hits about 99 degrees every couple of days in the evening,
but man, the pain when I walk is still there. It gets so bad after a little while that I start limping on my left leg.
I'm trying the conservative route—cleaning up after every bathroom trip, using Hemopropin ointment, drinking tons of juice and fluids, and soaking flaxseed in water for 12 hours before using it.
Thanks for all the advice and the support, especially Karen Thompson10.🙂
p.s.
The worst part is nobody actually gave me a straight diagnosis. Instead, they just handed me the Klavocin and were basically like, "here, enjoy this..." 🙂
Between you guys and everything I find on Google, I'm doing the best I can to manage this.
Best to everyone,

Karen Thompson10 said:I don't even know what to tell you. Everything I wrote was stuff my doctor told me, especially regarding the fever. I saw two different doctors and heard the exact same story.
To be fair, they told me I had really sensitive tissue too, but they could also see a fissure. Maybe you really do have a different diagnosis.
The doctor I saw was a general surgeon, though—I'm not sure if all proctologists are surgeons too. 🤷
Switch up your proctologist; that’s what saved me. One guy was just selling me a bunch of nothing, but the next one actually fixed me.
If I've learned anything from all this, it's to ALWAYS get a second opinion. One doctor is a hero to one person and a total nightmare to someone else.
And look, none of us exactly went looking for "butt issues," but when it hurts, you gotta get it sorted... 😁

shadowsailor10 said:I’m with you on this. I really need to get more opinions. My surgeon was a generalist, and I wonder if my ten-year history with ulcerative colitis threw him off the scent,
so he didn't even consider that it might just be a fissure?
Anyway, I've been on Augmentin for six days now, and I think I'll need to pick up another pack.
The bleeding is minimal—just a few drops—and my temperature hits about 99°F every couple of nights,
but the pain when I walk is still there. It gets to the point where I start limping on my left leg after a little while.
I’m sticking to conservative treatment: cleaning up after every bathroom trip, using Hemopropin ointment, drinking plenty of juice and fluids, and taking flaxseed that I soak in water for twelve hours first.
Thanks to everyone for the advice and support, especially Karen Thompson10.🙂
p.s.
The worst part is that nobody actually gave me a formal diagnosis. It was just, "Here, kid, take some Augmentin and enjoy."🙂
Between all of you and what I find on Google, I'm doing my best to manage this.
Best regards to all,

You need to find a more reliable doctor. You can't effectively treat something if you don't have a clear diagnosis. Seriously, what kind of doctors just hand out antibiotics based on a "gut feeling" and leave the rest up to God?😕 Those aren't good doctors. Go see someone else for an exam; things could get complicated. Forget about a medical "diagnosis" if you're forced to use Google to figure out what's actually wrong with you. That isn't right. Good luck...

shadowsailor10 said:I really think you're onto something there, and honestly, I need to go out and get some more second opinions myself because my surgeon—who’s just a general practitioner—might have been totally thrown off by the fact that I've been battling ulcerative colitis for ten years now.
It makes me wonder if he even bothered looking for a fissure in the first place since he was so focused on my other issues.
Anyway, I've been on Augmentin for six days already, and I'm thinking about picking up another round.
The bleeding has calmed down to just a few drops, and I'm only running a low fever of about 99 degrees every couple of days,
but man, the pain when I walk is still brutal; after just a little bit of movement, I find myself limping heavily on my left leg.
Right now, I'm sticking to a conservative routine: cleaning up thoroughly after every bathroom trip, using Hemopropin ointment, staying hydrated with plenty of juice, and soaking flaxseeds in water for twelve hours before eating them.
Thanks to everyone for the advice, and a huge thank you to Karen Thompson10 for being such a support.🙂
p.s.
The absolute worst part is that nobody actually gave me a real diagnosis; they just handed me a prescription for Augmentin and basically told me, "Here, enjoy this," without explaining what's actually happening.🙂
Between your guys' help and whatever I can dig up on Google, I'm doing my best to manage this.
Best wishes to everyone,

Don't mention it... 🙂
To be honest, I don't see how your other diagnosis would cloud things, because a fissure is usually pretty obvious once a doctor actually looks; you shouldn't even need to touch anything to spot it.
Everything you're doing right now is great and definitely helps to manage the symptoms, but please, do me a favor and find a really solid specialist as soon as possible—don't just sit around hoping things will magically improve on their own.
There are plenty of us here who made the exact same mistake, telling ourselves, "Oh, it's just hemorrhoids, no big deal," only to end up going through absolute hell because we didn't take it seriously enough at the start.

Hang in there, and I truly hope you feel better soon! 🙂

@shadowsailor10/">@@shadowsailor10: Look, man, I’m honestly starting to get tired of my own rambling on here. I noticed I have the most posts, but the truth is, I just really want to help where I can. I’ve shared advice based on my own horrible experiences, and thankfully, everything turned out okay in the end. But if I had to say one thing again, it’s this: every single person on this forum needs to understand that it is absolutely necessary to see a doctor. I avoided it myself. I didn't believe it, and honestly, a lot of people still don't, but hemorrhoids and fissures can spiral into something so complicated it could actually kill you. And not in a quick way—just pure misery. There were moments I was actually praying to God to just take me right then because of the pain I was in. But dying isn't easy either; humans can endure so much unnecessary suffering just because they think they have to. But trust me, YOU DON'T HAVE TO. Go see a doctor, friend. Just make sure it's a good one. For me, a certain lady on this forum might have actually saved my life. I probably would have waited a few more days before seeking help, but she helped me minimize the agony as much as possible. Please take these warnings seriously. This forum is great—you can find useful tips and solid advice here—but the most important step is seeing a professional. Once you've done that, if you need more advice later, we’ll give you everything we know. But first, you must see a physician. Looking ahead, if you or anyone else ends up needing surgery, there are a few of us here who have been through it. We can share what we know so you don't have to panic over every tiny detail or call the doctor in a frenzy. Seriously, go to the doctor now so you know exactly what you're dealing with. Everything we talk about here is just guesswork. None of us are doctors, and we certainly don't have their expertise, but we’ll all share our personal stories to make things a little easier for everyone else. Good luck to you and everyone else out there...🙂

Hi... I’ve been reading through this thread, but I can't find anyone describing my specific issue. I could use some advice before I head to see my doctor. It seems like an internal hemorrhoid that prolapses when there's pressure. However, I'm not experiencing any other symptoms—no bleeding, no pain, no itching... nothing at all.

shadowsailor10 said:I’m with you on this—I really need to get more opinions. I was seen by a general surgeon, but maybe my history of Ulcerative Colitis, which I've been fighting for 10 years, threw them off.
So they weren't even looking to see if this could actually be a fissure?
Anyway, I've been on Klavocin for six days now, and I'm thinking about asking for one more round?
The bleeding is just spotting at this point, and I get a low-grade fever—around 99°F—every second or third night...
But the pain when I walk is still there, so after a little while, I start limping on my left leg.
I'm sticking to conservative treatment: cleaning up after every bowel movement, using Hemopropin ointment, drinking tons of fluids and fruit juice, plus flaxseed that I soak in water for 12 hours first...
Thanks to everyone for the advice and the support, especially Karen Thompson10.🙂
p.s.
The worst part is that nobody actually gave me a formal diagnosis. It was just, "Here, kid, take some Klavocin and enjoy..." 🙂
Between all of you and whatever I can find on Google, I'm doing the best I can to manage this.
Best regards to all,

Fantastic. Truly wonderful. You’re only just mentioning now that you suffer from Inflammatory Bowel Disease, specifically UC.
A perianal manifestation or complication stemming from the underlying disease (UC) is much rarer compared to something like Crohn's.
In your case, we are looking at an intestinal complication of UC. First things first: you have to get the primary disease under control, rather than just chasing its complications.

Olivia Sanchez70 said:I completely get where you’re coming from—I really do. I actually called my OB-GYN because I’ve been dealing with the exact same thing while pregnant... they suggested switching between warm and cold compresses and mentioned I could use pretty much any cream as long as it doesn't have corticosteroids in it. For me, lying on my side with a cold compress feels like a lifesaver, and I use some FactSet cream every now and then too. Every morning, I make sure to have about half a cup of yogurt with three teaspoons of ground flaxseeds—just to keep things moving along smoothly so the bathroom trips aren't such an absolute agony. A warm bath can bring some relief, but honestly, it's only helpful while you're actually in there... once you get out, it feels even worse, so maybe skip those. I think I mentioned a certain unusual—and let's face it, awkward—aid in my last post, but I find it helps a bit since it acts like a little internal cold compress and helps everything pass more easily. I truly believe this will clear up for you and you won't need surgery. Hang in there!

I'm also pregnant, and honestly, I've been losing my mind for a week now...
The worst part is that I have a perfectly normal, soft bowel movement every single day without any issues during the actual trip—not even for an hour or two afterward—but then the burning starts and it's just maddening
At first, I was using Hemopropin, but since Saturday, I've been using FactSet cream both internally and externally, and nothing seems to be doing the trick
It takes about five or six hours after leaving the restroom before things start to settle down, and by the next morning, it's like nothing even happened... right up until the next movement in the evening
I am just going crazy here 🙂

feralmoose32 said:I’m pregnant too, and honestly, I’ve been losing my mind for about a week now...
The worst part is that I have a perfectly normal, soft bowel movement every single day—no issues during the actual process, not even an hour or two afterward—but then the burning starts and it drives me absolutely crazy...
At first, I was just using Hemopropin, but since Saturday, I've been using FactSet cream both inside and out, and even that hasn't done much to help...
It takes about five or six hours after using the restroom before things start to settle down, and by the next morning, you'd think nothing ever happened... at least until the next bowel movement comes around in the evening...
I'm just going out of my mind... 🙂

It looks like nobody else is chiming in, so maybe I can offer a little tip—specialized hemorrhoid wipes and some Proktal ointment were absolute lifesavers for me... 🙏