Dealing with hemorrhoids – any advice?

Karen Thompson10 said:Don't freak out; there’s really no reason to. 🙂
If you ask me, the smartest move is just to see a doctor and get this over with.
The best-case scenario without seeing anyone is that the hemorrhoid just recedes and the pain stops, but since you've been dealing with this for a while, I think you know deep down it’ll just come back.
The absolute worst case is developing complications like fissures, fistulas, polyps, or who knows what else. And trust me, you’ll regret not getting it handled when you had the chance. Recovery is a hell of a lot harder once things get messy.

Seeing a doctor isn't actually that scary! I used to be nervous myself, but looking back, I honestly regret not doing it sooner. You mentioned your mom went to the doctor too—what did she tell you?

I don't know... I know it sucks right now because of the pain. If you haven't felt it, you don't know. Ugh... try applying some Faktua ointment; maybe that'll help. You also have that hemorrhoid cream. But let's be real, those are just Band-Aids. You know that. 😢

I hope the pain lets up soon... but seriously, stop putting off the doctor's visit. 🙂

And don't wait until you're in full-blown panic mode, like you said. By then, the pain is usually so intense you can't even function normally. You really don't want to end up in that spot.

Thanks for the reply and for trying to calm me down.🙂 I think it shrunk a little bit (I used some herbal oil last night), but it still hurts. It’s not an agonizing pain, per se, but it’s uncomfortable. Honestly, sitting is easier than standing or walking right now.🤷
It’s not about being scared, though. I’m not the type to shy away from doctors—I've already seen two proctologists. It's just that I feel like I'm constantly fighting one health issue after another (first gynecological stuff, then that candidiasis), and I just wanted to wrap one thing up so I could focus on the next. But clearly, life doesn't work like that.🙂
Thanks, I'm calling Butterfly tomorrow to schedule an appointment. Let's see what the doctor says. (Is it okay if I ask how much the exam costs, just so I know?)

Elizabeth Price85 said:I've got a hemorrhoid popping out.😢 It wasn't even caused by hard stools (honestly, I was surprised because I've had regular, soft movements every single day for the last ten days). It’s large, hurts when I walk, and is uncomfortable when sitting.😢 Will it relax, shrink, or just go back inside on its own?
What's the best-case scenario here—and what's the absolute worst?

Is this a sign I need to rush to the doctor and deal with it immediately, or is there no reason to panic?
(I'm constantly trying to find that line—not overreacting, since I tend to be a bit of a worrier, but also not waiting too long and making a mess of things.)

Someone once told me to drink "leek tea." Basically, you boil leeks in water with nothing else added, then sip the liquid. Okay, that's a lie—you don't really "sip" it, but it's not bad; it just tastes like plain leeks without any seasoning. Obviously, it isn't magic, so it won't vanish the second you swallow it, but the pain seems to dull after a few hours, and by the second or third day, they recede.

I tried it recently, and I feel great now. They're completely gone.

Jeremy Kern;32923635]Thanks so much for the reply and for trying to calm my nerves.🙂 I think it’s actually eased up a tiny bit (I applied some St. John's Wort oil last night), but there's still this persistent ache. It's not like an agonizing pain, per se, but more of this constant, nagging discomfort. Honestly, I even find sitting down a little easier than standing up or walking around.🤷
It isn't really about being afraid; I’ve never been the type to shrink away from doctors, and I've already seen two different specialists. It just feels like I'm constantly fighting one health battle after another—first dealing with gynecological stuff and then that whole candidiasis issue—and I just wanted to get one thing settled so I could finally focus on fixing the next. But clearly, life doesn't work that way.🙂
Thank you, I'm going to call Butterfly tomorrow to schedule an appointment. Then we'll see what the doctor says. (Is it okay if I ask how much the exam usually costs, just so I can be prepared?)

Ah, well, that's great that you aren't easily spooked! I remember the first time I was actually trembling in fear at the doctor's office (with Misir), and the nurse had to hold my hand and talk me through it. 🙄
I am truly sorry you're juggling so many health issues right now, and I'm sending all my best vibes that you can get everything sorted out as quickly as possible. 🙂

Oh man, I honestly have no clue what the exact cost is, because when I saw the doctor who works at Butterfly, I went to the hospital for the initial checkup and then went straight to the clinic for the surgery. Hmm... back when I saw Misir, the exam was $200, though typically they range from $300 to $200. I'd say things at Butterfly tend to be a bit more affordable.

If you decide to go to the hospital, keep in mind that he only does exams there on Friday mornings starting at 10:00 AM. There's also a chance he might tell you it's nothing urgent, which means he'd refer you to the hospital where you wouldn't have to pay out of pocket. He is such a wonderful human being because he never pushes his own methods on you or pressures you into choosing the private clinic and spending the extra cash; instead, he just settles your nerves and tells you to feel free to seek a second opinion.
Please, please let me know how it goes and what your impression of him is—I'm crossing my fingers that everything turns out perfectly! 😉

Reading through these posts, I honestly feel for everyone dealing with this stuff. It’s crazy how people just jump straight to suggesting surgery—which costs a fortune—without anyone actually looking for the root cause of why this is happening in the first place.
I dealt with Hemorrhoids myself, though luckily they weren't bad enough to require an operation.
I managed to sort them out without any drama just by tweaking my diet—mostly cutting out meat and loading up on fruits, veggies, and especially seeds—and even switching up my chair setup.
Obviously, I didn't change everything overnight, but doing it gradually ended up fixing my chronic heartburn too.

=Alex Kim;32933643]Reading through these threads, I honestly feel for so many people dealing with this stuff, especially when the immediate suggestion seems to be jumping straight to surgery—which can be quite pricey—without anyone actually digging deep to figure out what’s causing the root issue in the first place.
I dealt with Hemorrhoids myself, though thankfully they weren't severe enough to require a trip to the operating room.
I managed to get everything under control just by tweaking my diet—basically cutting out most meat and loading up on fruits, veggies, and especially seeds—and even switching out the chair I sit in for work.
It was a gradual process with the food changes, and as a nice little bonus, it ended up clearing up my chronic heartburn too.

The causes vary wildly from person to person, almost like how everyone reacts differently to a common cold. It's all manageable as long as you've got a handle on it, but once things start spiraling, you really need to go see a doctor. And let's be real, it's not like everyone is being pushed toward expensive surgeries; since most of us have decent health insurance, you can usually get things sorted out properly at a local hospital. Plus, any decent doctor worth their salt will try to pinpoint exactly why those Hemorrhoids started acting up.

It sounds like your diet was the main culprit, and it's awesome that you were able to turn things around so easily, but I wish everyone could say the same.
I’ve always been pretty disciplined about eating well and staying active, yet these issues just popped up out of nowhere a few years ago. Turns out, it’s purely genetic—so many people in my family deal with this...
In my case, no amount of salad or lifestyle shifts would have made a dent in it.

Honestly, the single best piece of advice I ever received on this forum was simply to go see a medical professional. I'd recommend that to everyone, especially if adjusting your diet doesn't seem to be doing the trick. 🙂

Of course, everyone knows eating right is important. But there's always that one little but . Look, Hemorrhoids are essentially just swollen veins. Those little bulges at the beginning or end of the vein can relax over time, but usually, once straining becomes an issue, you're out of luck. Swollen veins can't just vanish on their own. It’s the exact same thing as varicose veins in your legs—you aren't getting rid of them without surgery. If it's just stage one, you can manage just fine, but things tend to get worse as time goes on. After a few decades, complications usually kick in, and then surgery becomes unavoidable. That’s why this laser method has become so popular lately; it lets you handle everything while it's still in the early stages. You don't necessarily have to jump straight into a permanent fix if you're comfortable living with it until things get complicated, but honestly, it’s best to just deal with it immediately. There’s no major pain or discomfort involved, and the problem is gone for good. When you don't treat Hemorrhoids surgically, they eventually come back. For some, it's a bigger issue, and for others, it's smaller, but the situation is always more difficult than before. That’s why I recommend tackling it right at the start. Technology has come such a long way, and there really is no reason to let things get complicated when you can avoid it entirely...

Karen Thompson10 said:Causes vary wildly, and honestly, everyone's situation is different. It's all manageable until things spiral out of control—that's when you really need to see a doctor. And look, not everyone jumps straight to expensive surgeries; most people have decent health insurance, so getting fixed up at a local hospital is actually pretty doable. Plus, any decent doctor is going to try and figure out what’s actually causing the Hemorrhoid in the first place.

It sounds like diet was the culprit for you, and it's awesome that you got it sorted, but not everyone gets that lucky.
I've always eaten clean and stayed active, yet they just showed up "out of nowhere" a few years back. The cause? Genetics. So many people in my family deal with this...
In my case, changing my diet wouldn't have done a thing.

The smartest advice I ever got on this forum was simply to go see a professional. I recommend that to everyone if dietary tweaks aren't cutting it. 🙂

Personally, the idea of being cut open or having surgery is my absolute last resort because it only treats the symptom. There’s always an underlying reason for something, including this.

New research shows that genes aren't some locked-in destiny; they're heavily influenced by your environment. So, if it runs in the family, it might just be a result of similar lifestyle patterns within that environment.

If I were to add anything to all this, I'd say: if healthy eating doesn't work,
-try using a yoga ball instead of a toilet seat, and if that fails,
-pick up a sport, and if that doesn't help either,
-change up your surroundings or handle those stress triggers, and if even that doesn't work,
-go see Zdenko Domančić or someone who uses his method (it's usually free).

Surgery is truly the very last thing I'd ever opt for.

Stay happy and healthy!

Alex Kim said:For me, the absolute worst thing is having to go under the knife. Surgery just treats the symptom. There’s always an underlying cause behind everything, including this.

New research suggests that genes aren't some fixed destiny handed to you at birth. They're heavily influenced by your environment. If it runs in the family, it might just be a result of shared behavioral patterns within an unhealthy setting.

I’d add one more thing to all that: if a healthy diet doesn't do the trick,
-try swapping your chair for a yoga ball. If that doesn't work,
-pick up a sport. If that fails,
-change your surroundings and avoid the situations causing your stress. If even that isn't enough,
-go see Zdenko Domančić or someone who follows his method (it's mostly free).

Personally, surgery is my very last resort.

Stay happy and healthy!

Exactly what you're pointing out is treating the symptoms. You can't just "fix" hemorrhoids on their own. Acute cases have to be dealt with via surgery. Slathering on creams or using suppositories isn't a cure; it's just managing the Hemorrhoid. Just like any other vein issue, they need surgery to actually solve the problem permanently. That's the only way. That's why the DG HAL RAR method exists—it targets the cause of the Hemorrhoid. It cuts off the blood supply from the main vein, and they're gone. Everything else is just patching up the consequences...

So, I just got back from my checkup with Dr. Ivanovic. He told me one of my internal ones prolapsed—it’s pretty big—and apparently, I’ve got several more inside at both typical and atypical spots. He managed to push it back in, but I can already feel it sliding right back toward the exit. It still hurts like hell.

Dg: Internal hemorrhoids, Grade II and III, plus some thrombosis on top of it all.😢

The game plan: surgery (HAL + RAR). He said he could squeeze me in as early as this Wednesday at 4:00 PM. I need to show up around 2:00 PM, go under light general anesthesia, sleep it off at the Sun City Clinic, and then I'm out by Thursday. I should be able to head back to work by Monday. Apparently, the pain might be a bit worse because of that thrombosis. Before the procedure, I’ve got to take Detralex tablets, Dulcolax, and use some Lidocaine ointment.
Price: $2.75.

I have to let him know by tomorrow morning if I'm doing it. The whole thing caught me totally off guard, but honestly, I think I’m going through with it.🤷

Elizabeth Price85 said:So, here I am. Just got back from my checkup with Dr. Ivanovic. He told me one of my internal ones prolapsed—it’s quite large—and apparently, there are several more inside at both typical and atypical spots. He pushed it back in, but I can already feel it sliding right back out. It still hurts.

Dg: Internal hemorrhoids, grade II and III, plus thrombosis on top of it all.😢

The recommendation: surgery (HAL + RAR). He said he could fit me in this Wednesday (the day after tomorrow) at 4:00 PM. I should arrive around 2:00 PM. It’ll be light general anesthesia, I’ll sleep it off at the Sun City Clinic, and I should be home by Thursday. I could even head back to work on Monday. He mentioned the pain might be worse because of the thrombosis. Before that, I'm on Detralex, Dulcolax, and Lidocaine ointment.
Price: $2.75.

And I have to let him know by tomorrow morning if I'm in. It caught me a bit off guard, being so sudden, but I think I’m going to go through with it.🤷

I'm glad you decided to go. Thrombosis is incredibly dangerous; if that clot moves, it can kill you instantly. This needs to be handled surgically. You won't be rushing back to work that quickly, either. They’re going to do some real cutting (not quite as much as they did to me, but there will be plenty of surgical work involved). It's going to hurt. I don't know what kind of pain you've been dealing with up until now, but for me, it actually hurt less after the surgery than it did before. However, some people don't deal with massive pain leading up to the procedure, so when the aftermath hits, they end up screaming because they weren't prepared for it. I don't mean to scare you, but the day after my surgery, they operated on a guy who was screaming his head off the next morning. They told me they gave him three pain injections, but it didn't help much. He hadn't been in that much pain before the operation, so the poor guy was just blindsided by the post-op pain. So, prepare yourself for the discomfort, but it isn't the end of the world. Now, you've got the bowel prep ahead of you. That usually takes about 18 to 24 hours. Because mine was an emergency, it took me 12 hours. It was brutal because I was a pretty difficult patient, so by morning, things were looking grim. It’ll be four weeks since my surgery in two days. I'm feeling much better regarding the pain, though I still can't sit down for another three weeks. The main thing is that the pain becomes manageable enough to use the restroom normally. It might be a little easier for you, but you need to know it will hurt—just remember that once the surgery is over, it'll all be behind you. Good luck...

Elizabeth Price85 said:So there I am, just finished my exam with Dr. Ivanovic. He told me that one of my internal hemorrhoids had prolapsed—it’s quite large—and apparently, I have several others tucked away in both typical and atypical spots. He managed to push it back in, but I can already feel it trying to make its way back out. The pain just isn't letting up.

Dg: Internal hemorrhoids, grade II and III, plus thrombosis on top of everything else.😢

The recommendation: surgery (HAL+RAR). He mentioned he could fit me in as early as this Wednesday (the day after tomorrow) at 4:00 PM. He wants me there around 2:00 PM; I'll go under light general anesthesia, sleep it off at the Sun City Clinic, and be back home by Thursday. I should even be able to get back to work by Monday. Since there's thrombosis involved, the pain might be a bit more intense. Before the procedure, I've been prescribed Detralex tablets, Dulcolax, and Lidocaine ointment.
Price: $2.75.

And I have to let him know by tomorrow morning if I'm moving forward. It caught me a little off guard how sudden this all felt, but I think I'm going to pull the trigger and do it.🤷

I suspect he performs surgeries at the clinic almost every single day around 4:00 PM, which is probably why he needs a heads-up by tomorrow so he can coordinate his schedule.
Since you're dealing with thrombosis... yeah, you really shouldn't mess around with that. You need to get it sorted as soon as possible. That said, if it doesn't feel like an absolute emergency, don't feel pressured to rush; take some time to sleep on it and decide if this is truly what you want to do. The doctor will schedule you whenever you feel ready.
But speaking from my own personal experience, I can tell you that I haven't regretted choosing the DG HAL RAR method for a single second. 🙂

It's entirely possible you'll be in a bit more pain right after the operation, but that shouldn't last more than a few days—he wouldn't suggest you could head back to work so quickly if that weren't the case.
In my case, he prescribed a full week of strict rest.

Did you go straight to the clinic? What was your gut feeling about the doctor?
I honestly believe that's the most crucial part—having real confidence in the person treating you. For me, that sense of trust was the deciding factor.

Also, I just wanted to mention that everyone there is incredibly kind, so you won't have to deal with any awkwardness or discomfort. Either way... good luck! 🙂

You aren't going back to work that quickly. They’re going to have to do quite a bit of cutting—not quite as much as they did with me, but there's still plenty of surgical work involved. It's going to hurt. I don't know what kind of pain you've been dealing with up until now, but honestly, for me, it actually felt less painful after the surgery than it did before, though I know some people don't deal with massive pain beforehand and then end up screaming afterward because they weren't prepared for the intensity.

Oh, please, don't go scaring her more than she already is! I'm positive they won't be doing any heavy cutting and she won't be in unbearable pain, because if that were the case, I'm certain her doctor wouldn't have told her she could be back at work by Monday. If he said that, he wouldn't be trying to mislead her, and I truly believe he isn't the type to play games like that.
You definitely had a tougher situation on your hands. 😢

I know this because my doctor specifically told me it was going to be pretty painful due to the fissure, so he insisted I take a full week of strict rest and expected a complete recovery to take about four or five weeks. He didn't say all that to her, so her case might just be a much lighter one.
The DG HAL RAR method is non-invasive, and as long as nothing goes wrong, it doesn't really hurt. Some people are even heading back to the office the very next day. It’s the exact same story with the THD method.
It's a completely different story when people wait until the absolute last minute and end up developing complications. 😁

There is absolutely no need to stir up unnecessary panic! I'm saying this because if she's seriously considering the procedure, the last thing she needs right now is a horror story that makes her want to back out. That's just not part of the equation here. 😉

Thanks for all the feedback.
I’ve decided—I’m going through with it. There isn't really an alternative for me here. I can't just sit around dealing with this discomfort (I mean, it's not like I'm dying, but sitting down or even walking is a total pain) and then wait five, ten, maybe twenty days for it to just fade away. Plus, I'll be praying to God that I don't have to deal with any bowel movements.🙄
I've dealt with surgeries and the recovery pain before, so what's this? It’s going to hurt, but it'll pass. That was always the worst part.😉

Yeah, I went to the clinic. The doctor was actually pretty nice, a totally normal guy. I guess I was secretly hoping I wouldn't actually need the surgery (crazy, I know), so his attitude caught me off guard when he said, "Look, if you want to do this, we can do it right now." He wasn't pushy at all; he told me I could just sit tight and do nothing, but warned me not to be surprised if this big one lingers for a long time.

He mentioned there's some mild thrombosis (underneath the part that prolapsed), which might be causing the ache. He said if I wanted, I could even head into work on Monday, provided the pain doesn't stop me.

Karen Thompson10, how did you prep for your surgery? What kind of creams or stuff were you using? Also, what should I pack to wear afterward? And which painkillers should I have ready to go once I'm home?
P.S. Did you pay upfront in cash or did you do a payment plan?

Karen Thompson10 said:Look, let's not scare her more than we already have. She definitely won't be cutting anything, and she shouldn't be in massive pain either. I'm pretty sure if that were the case, her doctor wouldn't be telling her she could head back to work by Monday. Otherwise, he'd be a fraud, and I doubt that's the case here.
You were a tougher case to begin with. 😢

I know this because my doctor told me it would hurt quite a bit due to the fissure, and advised strict rest for a week, with full recovery taking about 4 to 5 weeks. He didn't say that to her, so maybe her situation is milder.
The HAL RAR method is non-invasive, and if there are no complications, it DOESN'T hurt. Some people are even back at work the very next day. It's the same story with the THD method.
Now, if some of us waited until the absolute last minute and ended up with complications, that’s a completely different story. 😁

Let's not create unnecessary panic! I'm saying this because if she's considering surgery, she doesn't need horror stories right now driving her away from the idea. I don't think that's what's happening here. 😉

They aren't horror stories. When you're surgically removing veins, it's going to hurt. That's just reality. Unless they use a less invasive method where they don't have to cut and clear everything out—but if they have to clear out inflamed veins, there will be pain. And thrombosis is dangerous; it has to be handled immediately.

Elizabeth Price85 said:Yeah, I actually went to the Sun City Clinic. The doctor was really sweet and totally down-to-earth; I think I was just secretly hoping I wouldn't have to go through with the surgery (crazy, I know!), so his attitude really caught me off guard when he was just like, "Look, if you want to do this, we can head straight in." He wasn't pushy at all—he told me I could just sit tight and do nothing, but warned me not to be surprised if that large one kept dragging on for a while.

He mentioned it's just a mild thrombosis (right under the one that prolapsed), which might cause some discomfort. He said if I felt up to it, I could even head back to work on Monday, provided the pain stayed manageable.

Karen Thompson10, what was your prep like before the surgery? What kind of stuff did you take or apply? Also, what should I pack in my bag? And which painkillers should I have ready for afterward?
P.S. Did you pay upfront in cash or did you do a payment plan?

Haha, that’s exactly how I approached him too—acting like I wasn't going to do the surgery and suggesting that maybe Dr. Misir had recommended it unnecessarily. Total panic mode, right? 🙄
His reaction actually surprised me too; he made it clear it just needs to be done, period. But he wasn't forcing my hand; instead, he was incredibly calming. I honestly don't know if it's just my case, because I usually get terrified of doctors. 😁

As for prep, I didn't really have any special routine. Did he give you specific instructions on what to do? I had my surgery on Tuesday, and I hadn't eaten anything from Monday afternoon until about 4 PM on Tuesday. Plus, after 10 AM on Tuesday, I couldn't even have any liquids. I didn't even have to do a full cleanse like Michael Diaz4 did, though I have no idea why.
Oh, and yeah, I wasn't allowed to apply any creams or take any painkillers for those two days because of the anesthesia.

Honestly, you won't need much because they provide almost everything there. But I still brought a few things just in case. Grab a robe if you have one, otherwise they’ll give you one there. Bring pajamas if you want, though you can sleep in a robe (though I personally found the pajamas way more comfortable). DEFINITELY bring some thick socks, because you will get freezing cold after the procedure—I was literally shivering. And slippers. That’s pretty much it.

I packed a whole bunch of extra stuff, but I never even got around to using it. Toothbrush, toothpaste, a little toiletry bag... but none of it came in handy. You won't have much time anyway, since you’ll probably be wrapped up around 6 PM and then you'll just be dozing off until midnight because the anesthesia leaves you feeling so groggy, and people will keep popping in to check if you need anything or if you're okay. Then the night nurse takes over and checks on you regularly until morning, but after that, you'll sleep normally, assuming the pain isn't too bad.
The doctor will come by as early as 7 AM to check on you, write up your discharge papers, and you'll be heading home around 10 AM.
And that's the whole deal. Basically, you're just going to spend most of your time sleeping.

For aftercare, you'll want to have Medazol, Detralex, and some Lidocaine gel on hand.
I paid for everything in cash.

Don't be scared; you'll see it's not nearly as bad as you think, and you'll feel so relieved once you've finally gotten rid of that constant nuisance forever! 😉

p.s. I actually need to go back for a follow-up, so let me ask... did you just call the clinic and book an appointment, is that right? Around what time does he usually do his exams, and how much does it cost? And how does the exam actually work there? Dealing with hospitals is such a nightmare; you have to jump through so many hoops. Thanks!

Here is a little more info regarding hemorrhoids. This comes straight from the professor's breakdown. Grade one isn't really an issue; they can just recede on their own. Grade two is the same way. Even grade three can be reversed, though that’s something the doctor has to manually push back in. But grade four? That's a different story—it won't go back in, and surgery becomes a must. Now, if he mentioned there's a thrombosis involved, then regardless of whatever DG HAL RAR method is being used, that has to be cleared out and cut out. Even if grades two or three can be pushed back inside, a thrombosis requires excision. And honestly, I don't believe recovery happens overnight; you aren't just going to be back at work in a day or two. All of this was explained to me by the professor after my surgery. I even have the scans...

Karen Thompson10 said:Later on, you’ll probably need some Medazol, Detralex, and Lidocaine gel.
I just paid for everything in cash.

Don't be scared. You'll see it's really not that bad, and honestly, you'll just feel relieved once you finally get rid of this nuisance for good! 😉

p.s. I actually need to schedule a follow-up myself, so if you don't mind me asking... you just called Sun City Clinic and booked an appointment, right? What time does he usually do exams there, and how much does it cost? Also, what's his process like during the exam? Hospitals are such a nightmare; you really have to jump through hoops. Thanks!

I think Lidocaine might be an old term for the ointment. The gel you're mentioning is likely Dolokain; it's used for massage and acts as a pretty strong anesthetic...

Hey there, fellow sufferers!!!

I think I’m actually about to lose my mind here 😢((
I am seriously at a loss... I had them tied off, and now—after a whole month—they're back inside again!!!
I’ve completely overhauled my lifestyle, being super careful... and nothing works!! If I’m not using FAKTU, they pop up again within days!! Even when I'm just sitting outside grabbing a coffee (on that cushion I always carry with me... hehe))—boom, right there!
This has been going on for 8 months straight!!
Has anyone else dealt with them coming back this fast??? I really shouldn't be using FAKTU anymore!!! Is it actually okay if I just use a suppository once a week?
They’re second degree, but man, they are absolutely wrecking my quality of life!

On another note... I’VE BEEN STRUGGLING WITH MY STOMACH... gastritis, reflux, and erosion!! Could any of that be making things worse for my Hemorrhoids?
PLEASE HELP!

I think Lidocaine might just be an old-school way of referring to the ointment itself, but the specific gel you're talking about should actually be called Dolokain, which works as a potent anesthetic when you massage it in...

Oh man, you’re totally right—thanks so much for catching that! I honestly have no clue why Lidocaine popped into my head in the first place.
So, Linea, what you really need is the Dolokain gel😁. And there's one more thing I completely blanked on, which in my experience is absolutely vital! I swear by Advil granules for the pain; they were a total lifesaver for me, and that's exactly what my doctor put me on. So the lineup is: Medazol, Detralex, Dolokain gel, and Advil granules (or whatever else helps with the pain). Maybe Michael Diaz4 has a better suggestion, but those worked wonders for me.

Anyway, Michael Diaz4... as someone who isn't a medical expert, it feels perfectly logical that thrombosis is dangerous and needs to be dealt with immediately, and I definitely get the point the professor was making. But how is it possible that the doctor told Linea she could just leave things alone? He didn't say it was an emergency or anything...

Hey there, everyone!!!

I honestly feel like I'm about to lose my mind here 😢((
I am completely lost... I had the ligation procedure done, and after a whole month of feeling fine, they're back again—internal ones this time!!!
I’ve completely overhauled my lifestyle and I'm being so careful... but nothing works!! If I don't use FAKTU, they flare up within just a few days!! Even if I'm just sitting outside enjoying a coffee (on that cushion I always carry with me, haha), they show up immediately!
It's been going on like this for 8 months now!!
Has anyone else dealt with them coming back this fast??? I really shouldn't be using FAKTU anymore!!! Is it okay if I just use a suppository once a week?
They are second-degree, but they are absolutely destroying my quality of life!

On top of everything else... I'm struggling with stomach issues too... gastritis, reflux, and erosion!! Could any of that be making the Hemorrhoids worse?
PLEASE HELP!

I truly feel for you, because I know exactly how draining this can be. I really hope you had that ligation done at a proper hospital and didn't end up throwing money away on some barbaric, half-baked procedure. Sadly, that isn't a permanent fix, and they really should have warned you that there was a chance the hemorrhoids would return.

Nowadays, there are actually two reliable, lasting ways to deal with hemorrhoids, which are the THD method and dg hal rar. Both are non-invasive, provide long-term results, and the recovery time is pretty quick.
The only real "downside" is that they aren't cheap, but personally, I think investing that kind of money into your health is totally worth it.

I also know that stress can be a huge trigger for hemorrhoids, so that might be part of why this is happening. Honestly, the only way to get rid of them for good is to look into those specific procedures I mentioned.