Do I still need stool softeners (my hm has gone)

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After 3 weeks of pain, frustration, sadness and PATIENCE, my two hm are pretty much gone (one was originally thrombosed). I am still applying ointment and taking stool softeners 2x a day but was wondering if these were still necessary now? Maybe as a precautionary measure? I don’t want them to come back!!! Thank you

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  • Posted

    I would stop the stool softener but check with your surgeon.

    Are you getting an appointment with my surgeon for him to check that everything is okay ?

    Where was your operation?

  • Posted

    I take 3 stool softeners daily. I’ve been doing this for years. I’m curious what others do, too!

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