Hemorrhoid treatment?
Does laser treatment work for external hemorrhoids? Is it very painful? How long does it take to heal? I’m very concerned about my hemorrhoid because I’ve had it for about a year now because I’m afraid of getting it surgically removed because I hear the regular hemorrhoid surgery is very very painful. If you have an idea, please do share…Thanks
March 11th, 2010 at 1:49 am
My dad had MAJOR hemorroid surgery. He said the pain was tolerable. He is tough as nails, however. I would find out what needs to be done to correct it and just get it over with.
March 11th, 2010 at 1:49 am
I’m in the same boat as you pardner! I have external hemmorhoids but haven’t gotten them removed because (a) I’m not sure how long it takes to recuperate; (b) I’m afraid the surgeons are going to sit around afterwards saying things like "Good Lord, did you see the size of those jokers!!", etc.
But a friend of mine had it done on a Friday and he was back at work on Monday and was happy he had it done.
Still haven’t worked up the nerve to have my grapes removed yet, though!
March 11th, 2010 at 1:49 am
Try psyllium three times a day with tons of water for six weeks first. It tends to improve most patients and reduce the need for surgery.
If it gets worse over a short period of time, see your doctor. They can thrombose (form a blood clot within them) which can require surgery.
Laser surgery for hemorrhoids is another gimmick. It does not make the pain less. It does cost more.