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will external hemorrhoids go on there own

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gemma38756
gemma38756

Ive had external hemorrhoids for three weeks the doctor has prescribed anusol suppository and cream.

i got an infection and have nearly finished a course of flucoxacillin.

the doctor wont refer me despite asking twice.

will they eventually go on there own or will i be stuck feeling hideous for life

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  • xjrdave
    xjrdave gemma38756

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    Hi Gemma, I have 1 external hem that gets bigger and shrinks, sometimes it worse than others, sometimes bleeds, most of the time not.  I live with mine, as my GP says it is no-where near bad enough to operate on.  Alot of the time i don't even realise i have it.  They do get better, drink plenty of fluids, increase your fibre intake, don't strain on the loo.  My GP advised me to lean forward as if putting your head between your legs when you pass a stool, which offers relief as it increases your back passage, and it does work, well for me.  I have just about tried most ointments, creams, but generally they only offer limited relief.  If they continue to bother you alot, go back to your GP and ask for a referral, don't suffer.  Hope they get better soon, as i know how painful they are.
  • gemma38756
    gemma38756

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    Having it makes me feel hideous. Feel sorry for my hubby even if he hugs me a feel disgusting.

    It has shrunk alot but aside from the aesthetics i go through phases of excruciating pain. No bleeding but really severe pain.

    doctor said i would have had to have suffered for "months and months" before they would even consider a referral

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