Dealing with hemorrhoids

gentlescout10 said:Can anyone explain what might be going on here...

Basically, about a week ago, I noticed a little bump right at the opening—maybe half a centimeter wide—and there’s something hard inside it... it actually moves around. It isn't inflamed or painful, but it’s annoying because it feels like I'm sitting on a small marble...🙂

Also, about two inches away from the area on my right side, there's this tiny little lump under the skin. It's hard too, but it's not swollen at all and doesn't bother me. If I press it, it turns a bit bluish, but it's really firm.

Thanks.

Sounds like hemorrhoids to me. That's how it started for me too... but once they get inflamed? Man, you aren't ready.😲

Jerry Lee32 said:I’d put my money on hemorrhoids... that’s how it started for me too... but once things start getting inflamed... oh boy, you aren't ready for that pain... 😲

I'd certainly prefer if they weren't... 🙂 I actually dealt with something similar once before—maybe once every couple of years—but I didn't think much of it at the time. Right now, there isn't any sign that this is going to flare up or turn into some major complication... because honestly, it's been sitting there for nearly ten days now, and I've noticed the lump is actually a bit smaller today. I'm really hoping this just clears up on its own... so I can avoid having to deal with a doctor... 🙂

gentlescout10 said:I’d honestly prefer if they weren't... 🙂 I mean, I've had something similar pop up before (maybe once every two years), but I didn't really think much of it at the time. There isn't even any sign that things are getting inflamed or turning into a real mess—it’s been sitting there for almost ten days now, and honestly, the lump actually looks a little smaller today. I'm just crossing my fingers that this clears up on its own so I can dodge the doctor entirely... 🙂

They are definitely hemorrhoids, 100%😢

William Anderson46 said:Is there such a thing as a "100% cure" for hemorrhoids? Honestly, if anyone tells you they’ve found a magic bullet that solves the problem once and for all, I’d suggest checking their credentials... or perhaps just running the other direction. It feels like a constant cycle of management rather than a definitive exit strategy...😢

Does this thing just go away on its own eventually, or what...? I’ve been looking through this thread, and honestly, none of the symptoms I’m experiencing actually match the descriptions here. Usually, when people talk about hemorrhoids, they mention them being painful to the touch or having that distinct bluish tint... but mine isn't blue, and it doesn't exactly hurt. It’s just... there. It's an annoying presence, plain and simple...

gentlescout10 said:Does this stuff just go away on its own eventually??? I'm not seeing any of the typical hemorrhoid symptoms people talk about in this thread... I mean, aren't they supposed to be blueish and painful when you touch them? This isn't blue and it doesn't hurt... it's just there, being a nuisance...

LOOK, HEMORRHOIDS ARE JUST BUMPS OR POCKETS AROUND THE ANUS. YOU'VE GOT BOTH EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL ONES, AND HONESTLY, THERE ARE A MILLION REASONS WHY THEY HAPPEN—DIET IS HUGE, SO WATCH OUT FOR SPICY, SALTY, ACIDIC, CARBONATED STUFF, ALCOHOL, SMOKING, SITTING IN THE COLD, ALL THAT JUNK.
IF I WERE YOU, I'D EITHER SEE A DOCTOR OR HEAD TO A PHARMACY TO GRAB SOME CREAM OR TABLETS—THERE'S A MASSIVE SELECTION OUT THERE. AFTER YOU GO TO THE BATHROOM, MAKE SURE YOU DO A WARM WATER SOAK AND THEN APPLY THE CREAM TO TRY AND GET THEM BACK IN PLACE.😲

gentlescout10 said:Does that stuff just clear up on its own eventually? I'm not seeing any of the usual symptoms mentioned here... usually, hemorrhoids turn blue and hurt if you touch them, but this isn't blue and it doesn't hurt... it's just there being annoying...

I had the exact same thing happen... except I didn't even realize what it was at first. I wasn't even looking at it, and it wasn't bothering me one bit... then suddenly while I was at work, it started stinging and aching... I got home and realized, "Oh, it's hemorrhoids."😲 (It was my first time ever dealing with this, so it was a bit of a shock), and by the next day at work, things had really flared up...😲, total disaster. I couldn't even walk, let alone work. Luckily, my job allowed me to head home since they could cover my shift... ever since then, it's been a constant battle. I've kept up with creams and hygiene, but it flares up again and again. It's okay right now, but not 100%, so if it acts up again, I'll wait for it to calm down and then look into surgery. I'm still debating whether to go through a public hospital (traditional surgery) or find a private clinic for laser treatment....😕

If I were you, I'd start using some cream just to be safe, or better yet, just see a doctor to get a real diagnosis...

Jerry Lee32 said:Hmm, if I were in your shoes, I’d be applying some cream just to be safe, or better yet, go see a doctor to figure out what's actually going on...

I don't really have any major issues with it... It doesn't flare up... and honestly, it isn't even that significant... you can barely even see it. I think I'm mostly still traumatized from the surgery I had about a year ago (that pilonidal sinus mess), so now everything just makes me paranoid...

Which specific cream are you talking about? FactSet???

PS

I’ll probably head to the doctor anyway since I don't have any issue with them... 🙂 I mean, I'm not too embarrassed; health always comes first, after all.

You definitely dealt with much worse... that sounded brutal... Personally, I can sit down normally without any trouble... but I still have this nagging feeling that something isn't quite right... it's likely just autosuggestion at this point...

gentlescout10 said:I don't really have an issue with it... It doesn't flare up... and even if it does, it’s minor... you can barely see it. Honestly, I'm more traumatized by the surgery I had last year (pilonidal sinus), so now everything just makes me nervous.

Which cream are you talking about specifically? FactSet???

PS

I'll probably head to the doctor since I don't mind those kinds of visits... 🙂 there's no shame in it, health comes first.

You definitely went through more than I did... that sounds rough. I can sit normally without any issues... though I still have that nagging feeling that something isn't quite right... mostly just in my head.

Yeah, either FactSet... or better yet, Hemopropin (it's plant-based)... that's what I use.
Just go see a doctor then, because chemical stuff can be pretty nasty...🙄
Good luck...👍

I figured I’d jump in here and offer some encouragement to those who are feeling completely hopeless right now—because trust me, I’ve been exactly where you are... 🙂
For me, the bleeding finally stopped once I started incorporating soups into my daily diet, made sure to stay meticulous about hygiene after every bathroom trip, used Hemopropin cream regularly, and, if I had to pinpoint what truly moved the needle, it was drinking about a liter of unsweetened sage tea every single day...
There isn't any bleeding anymore; all I’m left with is one external hemorrhoid that seems to get slightly smaller every time I apply treatment, so I’m holding out hope it’ll vanish entirely very soon...
I’ve attempted to stay away from alcohol, but let's be honest... once the weekend rolls around, I just can't seem to stick to it. 🤷 🤣
Wishing everyone a smooth recovery 👍

Is this actually working?
So, I’ve been dealing with hemorrhoids—external ones, nothing was bleeding at first—but man, sitting down or even just moving around was pure torture. I basically had to just lie there and do nothing. Then they started bleeding. Now, things feel way better, though it still feels a bit tight when I'm hitting the restroom. Is the bleeding supposed to be a good sign? Everything feels a lot easier now, but I still get this sensation like things are popping

Paul Castillo8 said:Is this actually working?
I’ve been dealing with hemorrhoids—external ones, they weren't bleeding at first—but man, sitting down was pure torture. I couldn't get anything done without just lying there in agony. Then, they started bleeding. Now? It feels way better, though things still feel a bit tight when I'm on the toilet. Is the bleeding actually a good sign? Because honestly, the relief is huge, even if I still get this weird sensation like things are popping

IT'S NOT "GOOD" IF YOU'RE STILL IN PAIN. YOU NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR.

Not sure if anyone’s touched on this yet, but here’s a little tip that actually worked wonders for me. Aside from staying clean and using wet wipes, I’d highly recommend trying the "Kneipp" water therapy method. He basically explains it like this: hemorrhoids are just swollen veins caused by too much blood rushing in, stretching everything out. To fix them, you have to shrink those veins back down, which means getting your circulation back on track. And you can't just target one spot; you have to work the whole system. Kneipp suggested that whether you're in the middle of a flare-up or just trying to prevent one, taking short, cold sitz baths 3 to 4 times a day is huge. You can do these during the day or even at night, maybe 2 or 3 times, but they should never last more than a minute—and when you're just starting out, even a few seconds is plenty.
Instead of messing around filling up a whole bathtub with cold water, I just aim a gentle stream of ice-cold water right where it counts for about a minute after I shower. Trust me, it makes a difference.
According to Kneipp, this process helps address the issues in the lower abdomen that cause the whole mess in the first place.

Evening!

I hate even bringing this up, but I’m pretty sure I’ve developed hemorrhoids. Specifically, a hemorrhoid 🙂

There is one 😁

Right by the exit, and it's bluish in color.

The pain is HORRIBLE and it burns. I can't even take a dump normally, let alone wipe my ass with toilet paper.

It doesn't matter if I use that Zewa tissue from the commercial where the cats sleep—it's soft, but still! 😁

Believe me, not even the softest wipe can touch a hemorrhoid without causing agony.

The thing is, I thought I was done with this stuff already. It vanished. I honestly can't remember when, maybe about 5 months ago.

And now, dammit, here we go again! -.-

Anyway, what's actually bothering me is that there is NO BLEEDING!!!!! No matter how much I squeeze or whatever, nothing. No blood.

I'm certain it's an external hemorrhoid. But still... all I get is this constant pain and stinging.

WHAT NOW? 😁

thanks

You should definitely run this by your doctor first, but maybe give Detralex tbl a shot...
For cleaning things up, using an Ansoo liquid soap might help...
After you use the restroom, try washing up or just using some medicated wipes specifically made for hemorrhoids...
Also, keep an eye out for that Aromare Hemo ex oil; you can usually find it around $32 at the local pharmacy...
Sometimes, even old-school remedies like compresses made from parsley tea or witch hazel can take the edge off...
And honestly, I could go on forever listing every single ointment and cream out there for this...☕

Brandon Taylor7 said:Evening!

I hate even bringing this up, but I think I’ve developed hemorrhoids. Basically, a hemorrhoid 🙂

There’s one 😁

Right at the exit, and it looks bluish.

The pain and burning are brutal. I can't even take a bathroom break normally, let alone wipe myself up.

It doesn't matter if I use those Zewa wipes—the ones from the commercial where the cats sleep because they're so soft! 😁

Trust me, no matter how soft the tissue is, nothing gets past a hemorrhoid without hurting.

The weird part is that I used to have this issue, then it just vanished. I honestly don't remember when, maybe about 5 months ago.

And now, here we go again. -.-

What really worries me is that there's NO bleeding!!!!! No matter how much pressure I apply, nothing.

I'm pretty sure it's an external one. But yeah... it's just constant pain and stinging.

WHAT NOW? 😁

thanks

Ugh, once you get them... there's not much you can do except buy some ointment. Try Hemopropin (it's great) or Faktu and use it several times a day. Eat more soup and veggies, cut back on soda, red wine, or dry snacks... drink plenty of fluids... stay clean and use wet wipes (at least while it's flared up and afterwards)... wash the area with lukewarm water (actually, cooler is better)... don't sit for too long and try to stand up and move around... that's basically the gist of it.😉

I honestly, truly hope this is my last post here. To give you some context, I had to go in for cauterization—it was supposed to take three sessions, but my chemical issues were just so stubborn that they actually had to perform a fourth one.🙄-my friends-I feel like a whole new person.🙏🙏🙏It’s only now that I realize how much my quality of life was being stripped away before. I feel absolutely phenomenal!!! And I know one thing for certain: if this ever comes back, I am heading straight to the doctor for more cauterization.👍Forget all those creams, ointments, plugs, or special socks... I spent a hundred times more on those than I did on this procedure, and they didn't do a single thing for me.
Of course, I’m not saying this applies to everyone—if you can manage to keep things under control and it isn't making your daily life miserable, then there's really no need for this. This is strictly for when nothing else seems to work.👍

Karen Adams2 said:I’m sincerely hoping this is my last post here. I just finished laser treatment—it took four sessions because my vascular issues were being incredibly stubborn, even though they originally said three would do it.🙄—folks, I feel like a new person.🙏🙏🙏It’s crazy how much this was actually dragging my quality of life down. I feel phenomenal!!! All I know is, if this ever comes back, I'm heading straight to the specialist for more laser work.👍Forget the creams, the compression socks, or those little devices; I spent way more money on those than the actual procedure, and they did absolutely nothing.
Of course, I’m not saying this works for everyone. If you can manage it and it isn't ruining your day-to-day life, maybe skip it. This is just for when everything else fails.👍

Could you share some details?
Who did you see first (your GP or a specialist)? Where did you go for the laser treatment, how long does it take, and what’s the cost? Can you use insurance for it? Also, does it hurt? I’d appreciate any info, as it looks like I might be headed that way soon.

First, I went to the Sunce clinic for an examination that was honestly just incredibly painful. The doctor there prescribed some Detralex tbl and Ultraproct suppositories, which actually worked wonders for a few months. But then, they came back even worse than before. Eventually, I made an appointment with Dr. Turjak in Indianapolis, and his exam was so gentle I barely felt a thing... He told me straight up that no amount of creams or pills were going to fix my situation. He said I needed cauterization. It requires three sessions, and the cost per treatment is $167, which is worth every single penny. Usually, you shouldn't have more than a month between treatments—actually, longer is better—but definitely not less. It isn't really painful; it’s more of a stinging sensation, but you can handle it without any trouble at all. Once it was done, I felt such immediate relief... everything just felt better right away. Honestly, the whole process is negligible compared to the absolute misery I was enduring while dealing with them.
I'm not trying to push this on anyone—if creams and suppositories are doing the trick for you, then that's great! But if they turn your life into a living hell like they did mine, then this truly is the only solution, and you shouldn't put it off. I feel like a brand new person; I can finally do everything I couldn't do before. I tried every possible method under the sun, but most had very little success and the relief was always so short-lived... I kept stubbornly refusing surgery—and there are several different methods available, cauterization being just one—because everyone kept telling me they would just come back. Big deal...🙄That's what messed with my head the most. Even if they do return, I know that at least for a while, I'll be able to live like a normal human being, completely pain-free. And if they do come back—which definitely isn't the rule—then I'll just go back for the cauterization. It really isn't nearly as scary as it sounds, and for me, it was indescribably helpful.

Give me a break... I'm totally freaking out here... It all started today... I'm just praying FactSet can get this sorted out... But seriously, if they decide on surgery, do you actually have to stay in the hospital? 🤷