how long do hemorrhoids take to heal?
i’ve noticed streaks of blood on stools and some blobs of mucus for the past week, and the stools also appear to be a bit flat. the color is normal and there is absolutely no pain.
‘ve also been straining a bit even though i haven’t been constipated and my diet has enough fiber. the reason for the straining is because i sometimes feel the need to go to the toilet even though there is no bowel movement.
some more details… the first time i noticed the bleeding was two weeks ago. shouldn’t hemmerhoids heal within 7 days or less?
February 1st, 2010 at 8:51 am
Medical treatment of hemorrhoids is aimed initially at relieving symptoms. Measures to reduce symptoms include tub baths several times a day in plain, warm water for about 10 minutes application of a hemorrhoidal cream or suppository to the affected area for a limited time
Preventing the recurrence of hemorrhoids will require relieving the pressure and straining of constipation. Doctors will often recommend increasing fiber and fluids in the diet. Eating the right amount of fiber and drinking six to eight glasses of fluid—not alcohol—result in softer, bulkier stools. A softer stool makes emptying the bowels easier and lessens the pressure on hemorrhoids caused by straining. Eliminating straining also helps prevent the hemorrhoids from protruding.
Good sources of fiber are fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. In addition, doctors may suggest a bulk stool softener or a fiber supplement such as psyllium (Metamucil) or methylcellulose (Citrucel).
In some cases, hemorrhoids must be treated endoscopically or surgically. These methods are used to shrink and destroy the hemorrhoidal tissue. The doctor will perform the procedure during an office or hospital visit.
A number of methods may be used to remove or reduce the size of internal hemorrhoids. These techniques include
Rubber band ligation. A rubber band is placed around the base of the hemorrhoid inside the rectum. The band cuts off circulation, and the hemorrhoid withers away within a few days.
Sclerotherapy. A chemical solution is injected around the blood vessel to shrink the hemorrhoid.
Infrared coagulation. A special device is used to burn hemorrhoidal tissue.
Hemorrhoidectomy. Occasionally, extensive or severe internal or external hemorrhoids may require removal by surgery known as hemorrhoidectomy.
HOPE THIS HELPS
February 1st, 2010 at 8:51 am
yeah ok whats the problem ??? isnt that normal
February 1st, 2010 at 8:51 am
Yea well ask your pharmacy guy for a bottle of generic colace. Its not a drug—-it softens your stool, thats all there by no straining. Use it a couple of weeks and still eat fiber and stay good with fluids! You will appreciate this tip.
February 1st, 2010 at 8:51 am
Hemorrhoids rarely heal by itself. In most cases hemorrhoids need to be treated. Constipation is also not the only cause of hemorrhoids. A good treatment is Rue Care Oil. It not only shrinks the hemorrhoids, but also strengthens the veins, and so prevent hemorrhoids from developing.