First, I am going to see a doctor, already made the appointment.
Second. So being an 18 year old in college, junk food is all around me (I don't drink). However, for the past few months hemorrhoids have come back to haunt me (had them almost 7 years ago). There is bright red blood on my toilet paper and occasionaly on my stool. Also I fear it's a protuding one, as I feel something hanging out as I have the movement (it goes back in though).
So for the last two/three days, here is what I have done to help myself:
- more fiber and water (have bran with my cheerios, including legumes and other veggies).
- I sit on a cushion.
- I walk around (at least 20-30 mins a day)
- reduced soda intake (went from about 20-30oz to 4-5oz).
- Will use cold compression (ice) to reduce swelling.
What I am still working on:
- losing weight
- reducing things like cheese and dairy products.
So am I going in the correct path? Once again, yes I am seeing a doctor (who also dealt with my prev. hemorrhoids).
2007-02-02 11:23:21 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Other details.
I feel no pain when having a bowel movement.
I breathe while having a bowel movement.
I am trying to fully cut soda.
Any other suggestions?
2007-02-02 11:24:53 · update #1
You're a guy...so you're better off avoiding hemmoroid cremes.
They grow prostate trouble! Not kidding. Metamucil two spoonfulls in a glass of water keeps me regular even when overdoing salads. It's fiber and makes you go. stool softener from dollar store keeps it soft so it annoys hemmorids less.
If constipated do not strain..use a suppository from drug store...wait 15 minutes...go poop but do not strain.
2007-02-02 11:31:18 · answer #1 · answered by uncle_derk 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
seeing a doctor is the right decision. bleeding hemorrhoids are common and for the most part not life threatening. blood in the stool can be an indication of other problems or just blood from the hemorrhoid. look for black tarry stools.have your doctor perform a colonoscopy. don't force your stool. if you don;t have to go ....don't
2007-02-02 11:34:49 · answer #2 · answered by al d 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty please don't share any more observations about your bowel movements. Ewww.
That aside, it sounds like you're doing what's best. Of all the choices you've made, the smartest is to go see a doctor. He'll be able to take a good look and advise you.
2007-02-02 11:33:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
scratch and enjoy also make sure to wear dark underwear
2007-02-02 11:28:37 · answer #4 · answered by mr_ignorant 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋