Dealing with hemorrhoids

I tried using Preparation H made with propolis, but I guess it didn't really do much for me; the hemorrhoids didn't go away, and they were still bleeding and hurting. However, about three days ago, I started using olive oil instead, and it seemed to work almost immediately. The pain is gone now, though the hemorrhoids themselves are still there 😢😢 I wonder if there's any chance they might eventually disappear completely? :-/

Megan Jackson9 said:I tried using Preparation H made with propolis, and honestly, it didn't do a thing for me—the hemorrhoids wouldn't go away, and the bleeding and pain just kept coming. But then, three days ago, I tried some olive oil and wow, it worked right away!! The pain is totally gone now, though they're still physically there 😢😢 is there any chance they'll eventually disappear completely? :-/

People say there's NO chance. I haven't been able to get rid of mine in 20 years... Sorry!

Modern ultrasound tech actually lets doctors pinpoint the exact blood vessels causing the swelling that leads to hemorrhoids through Doppler imaging.
It’s minimally invasive and basically the "gold standard" for surgical treatment now. It's becoming the go-to trend in hemorrhoid surgery worldwide.

The DG HAL procedure works by using Doppler to find the specific vessel responsible for the dilation (the hemorrhoid) and then tying it off.

The cool part is they don't just tie off the swollen hemorrhoid itself—which is what people used to do—but rather the main feeding vessel. For once, we're actually treating the cause instead of just chasing symptoms.

Have you guys heard about this?😉
Does anyone know if they offer this kind of treatment here in the States? 🙂

So my mom just picked up some Pilex tablets, but when she opened the box of 7 capsules, there were only 6 inside, plus this tiny little paper pouch labeled "Dry pack."
Is that actually how they're supposed to be packaged, or did she just get incredibly lucky and end up with a box that’s short one capsule?

Eric Chase12 said:People claim there's no way. I haven't managed it in 20 years... Sorry!

do you just have this thing where you love comforting people?☕
from what I've gathered reading through this thread so far, it seems like you might actually be in the minority here, since you can't seem to get rid of them at all.

I've been dealing with this massive headache for six years now. I already went under the knife for stapler surgery about a year and a half ago, and yet here I am—can't even live my life or get through a workday without constant pain. Honestly, I feel like I’m just destined for more surgeries at this point. I just can't seem to shake this thing, and the worst part is my job... I have to be on my feet for seven hours straight, which makes everything a thousand times worse.

Also, just to add, my doctor told me right after the surgery that he figured they’d probably come back, mostly because my genetics are pretty much working against me... and I guess he was right.

Henry Newman5 said:I've been dealing with massive issues for six years now. I actually had stapler surgery about a year and a half ago, and here we go again—they just won't let me live my life or even work properly. It feels like I'm destined to undergo yet another surgery... I simply can't seem to get rid of them, and my job makes everything ten times worse since it requires being on my feet for seven hours straight.

I really feel for you.😢>

There is always that nagging risk with these surgeries that things might just come right back...
I was actually quite recently operated on (using the classic method), and believe me, the thought of going through this whole ordeal all over again after some time has passed is not something I take lightly.🙄>
However, I had to go under the knife because mine were constantly bleeding (sometimes a little, sometimes a lot).
Now, I’m hoping that by making some lifestyle changes—improving my diet, losing some weight, and so on—I can manage to keep them from returning for good.🙂>

Sam Williams53 said:Man, I really feel for you 😢

I mean, there's always that nagging risk after surgery that things just... come back......
I actually just had my own surgery recently (the old-school way) and honestly, the thought of going through this whole nightmare all over again in a few years is not something I'm thrilled about.🙄
But look, I had to go under the knife because mine were constantly bleeding—sometimes a little, sometimes a lot.
Now I'm just hoping that if I change up my lifestyle (diet, losing weight, stuff like that), I can keep them from coming back.🙂

Why did you go with the classic method though? People say the recovery takes forever and that it hurts like crazy! For me, the most annoying part is how my entire life is basically revolving around them now... I’m constantly paranoid about bleeding somewhere, and I'm always checking behind me to make sure I didn't leave a trace on the toilet seat... it's gross! And yeah, I'm stuck on medical leave right now too..

Megan Jackson9 said:So, you really enjoy playing the counselor, huh?☕
From what I’ve gathered reading this thread so far, it seems like you’re actually in the same boat as everyone else—stuck dealing with them and unable to get rid of them.

Why on earth would I comfort anyone??? Nobody just wakes up and decides they want these things—so what am I supposed to do, offer sympathy?? If there isn't another way, you go for surgery and just pray they don't come crawling back immediately. What's the big deal, are you scared?? I've been dealing with my own issues for a long time now—we just find a way to endure it. If things stay the way they are, I won't bother with surgery... but if it becomes necessary, I'm gone. I already went through the ringer for gallbladder issues, so this isn't exactly terrifying. It's all manageable...

And honestly, take a look at some of the posts following yours!! Things can always be worse—way worse—but people have this way of pushing through and just keeping on rolling. The absolute worst thing you can do is whine or wallow in self-pity. Just face the problem head-on and fight it. Just don't expect everything to go back to how it was before; that doesn't happen unless you catch it early... though even then, I'm not totally sure. Once things really get moving—it's game over!

Kate Hall75 said:My mom picked up some Pilex tablets, but when she opened the 7-capsule pack, there were only 6 capsules inside along with a little paper pouch labeled Dry pack.
Is that just how they're supposed to be packaged, or did she somehow manage to get "lucky" and end up with an incomplete set of 6?

Has seriously nobody else here bought the 7-count Pilex pack?

Kate Hall75 said:Has anyone actually picked up the 7-capsule pack of Pilex?

Well, I'm assuming there should be seven—I went ahead and bought the double pack of 14. And honestly? Aside from some stomach issues that ended in bleeding, the only other result I got after dropping about 15 bucks was absolutely NOTHING. Zero. Zilch. It’s a total scam. There was no effect at all, and when I asked about it later, they tried to feed me this line about how it takes months to work... Honestly, maybe my 14 capsules were just filled with flour—who knows what those pharmaceutical outfits in China are pulling these days? Maybe it worked for someone else, but if that's the case, they should advertise it that way instead of claiming it "definitely works." It does NOT help!!! It DOES NOT work!!!

😁

Megan Jackson9 said:Do you really have such a deep-seated need to comfort everyone you come across...?☕
Well, looking back at everything I've read in this thread so far, it seems like you're actually in the minority here... it looks like you're just one of the few people who can't seem to get them under control at all...

Look, we all know the deal here: hemorrhoids are basically just swollen veins that fill up with blood, causing them to bulge and become incredibly inflamed... and let me tell you, the pain is absolutely excruciatingeeee. Once that inflammation finally dies down, you're left with these little bumps that don't hurt anymore, but they aren't going anywhere either—unless you decide to go under the knife for cosmetic surgery. So, that's the reality of it. I know you aren't thrilled about hearing that, and honestly, neither am I, but after the level of agony I went through, I've reached a point where I just don't care... besides, I wasn't planning on showing off my backside to anyone anyway...😉

Seriously though, will someone finally give me a straight answer... does working out actually bother them???

Karen Adams2 said:Seriously though, can someone please just tell me—does exercising actually bother them at all???

I mean, if you ask a doctor? They might actually have some insight too!

Karen Adams2 said:😁

...Once the inflammation settles down, you’re usually just left with these mild swellings that don't really hurt, but they aren't going anywhere unless you go under the knife for some cosmetic surgery...

okay, I guess someone could explain what that kind of surgery actually involves and how long the recovery takes, like, when do the pain and bleeding finally stop and you're just stuck with those little annoying bumps☕

Karen Adams2 said:Yeah, seriously—can someone actually give me a straight answer? Is exercising going to mess things up for them???

I reckon—don't quote me on this, just my two cents—that working out is fine. Most people say hemorrhoids are caused by sitting too much (and eating like crap, obviously), so it makes sense that staying active helps.

Megan Jackson9 said:Alright, can someone please walk me through how this surgery actually works? I really need to know what the recovery timeline looks like... specifically, when does the pain and bleeding finally stop, leaving you with nothing but those annoying little bumps left behind?☕

A close friend of mine had surgery a few years back, and she was left with... well, let's just say things aren't exactly looking their best down there... It’s honestly such an unfortunate situation, but at this point, I really think it's a job for a top-tier plastic surgeon...

Megan Jackson9 said:Alright, can someone please walk me through how this surgery actually works? I need to know what the recovery timeline looks like—specifically, when do the pain and bleeding finally subside, leaving you with nothing but those small, annoying bumps left over?☕

I honestly don't follow—what kind of surgery are you even asking about? 🤷 But I can certainly walk you through exactly what I went through myself.

I’ve dealt with internal hemorrhoids myself, and I eventually had to undergo surgery using the traditional Milligan-Morgan technique. If you're looking for more information, you can read up on all the different surgical methods here. If you’re looking for information regarding surgical options for hemorrhoids, you can find a comprehensive breakdown at http://ofhemorrhoids.com/surgery.php. It covers the various procedures available for those who have moved past topical treatments and are considering more permanent solutions.

Recovery and pain—you have to understand that it isn’t just about the wounds themselves being sore. The entire area becomes incredibly swollen, and that inflammation is exactly why the pain feels so intense.
The whole situation is made significantly worse by the simple fact that fecal matter is constantly passing over the wound, which inevitably drags out the recovery process.
The peak intensity usually hits around the two-week mark, but honestly, that discomfort lingers throughout the entire recovery process. You can manage the worst of it with painkillers to make things bearable—personally, I rely on Ketorolac. 😍

The recovery period typically spans somewhere between one and two months. Of course, that’s not a hard rule—it really comes down to the individual. Factors like your overall health, age, and general physical condition play a massive role in how quickly you bounce back.

So, look, the whole recovery process basically spans about one to two months following the surgery...

Sam Williams53 said:I'm honestly not quite sure which specific surgery you're inquiring about🤷 but I can certainly walk you through my own experience.

I was dealing with internal hemorrhoids and ended up having the traditional Milligan-Morgan procedure performed—you can actually find a full breakdown of all the different surgical options here http://www.hemorrhoid.net/surgery.php

Regarding the recovery and the pain—it’s important to understand that it isn't just the wounds themselves that hurt, but rather the intense swelling in the entire area that causes so much discomfort.
The situation is made significantly more difficult by the fact that the wound is constantly exposed to waste during bowel movements, which inevitably drags out the healing process.
The peak level of pain usually lasts for about two weeks, though it lingers throughout the entire recovery period. You can manage the intensity with painkillers to make it bearable—personally, I relied on Ketorolac 😍

Recovery typically spans anywhere from one to two months; of course, this varies from person to person depending on things like your overall health, age, and how your body responds...

So, essentially, the whole ordeal takes about one or two months from the moment of surgery....

Would you mind describing what your symptoms were like that led you to decide on surgery? Was there really no other way to handle it?