I was diagnosed with internal hemorrhoids about 3 days ago, but they went untreated for 1.5 weeks before that, as they just itched and I thought I might have an anal yeast infection after taking Cipro. I have been using prescription cortisone cream suppositories for about 3 days now. I have also been using witch hazel wipes.

Unfortunately, I’ve also been constipated for about 4-5 days as well. Been taking fiber (Metamucil), stool softener (Colace), and finally took Milk of Magnesia (Phillip’s, 3 tbsp) tonight.

The doctor said the hemorrhoids were internal, but there is no blood, and now there are just slight lumps on the rim of my rectum, so I’m thinking they’re possibly thrombosed now?

I definitely have to go to the bathroom. I have the urge, and I know I need to go, but right before it comes out, there is an INTENSE pain in my rectum that radiates through my body, makes me lightheaded, etc. It burns a lot and there is also sharp pain. My mom says to push through it, but I just can’t. It hurts too much.

But I know I have to go sometime. Does anyone have any advice for either numbing the rectum, or (and I know how weird this sounds) is there another alternative to actually pushing the poop out?! Should I look into going to a doctor to get the poop removed?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. This is SO frustrating and painful!

I suppose its a sign that I’m growing up. I am just concerned about what it actually is compared to what I think it might be. About five days ago, I started noticing blood on toilet tissue and a burning sensation for nearly a half hour after using the toilet. And about two days later, and up until this very moment, all I feel is itching, all the time.

According to what I was reading, hemorrhoids are either internal or external. Internal ones bleed and hurt, and external ones itch. However, I have both symptoms. That could suggest that it started out as an internal one, that’s prolapsed, and is now external. But then, I don’t even know that it is a hemorrhoid, and I am not incredibly eager to go to my doctor and show her my butt, let alone stick in a finger, as I’m sure you could understand

Thanks

I have had this external hemorrhoid for a week now, and I am in so much pain and agony. I’ve been skipping high school because I can’t walk normally with this hemorrhoid. I’m done with it and have decided I need to get it popped by a doctor or something. Which treatment from a doctor would get rid of it most effectively?
And, once it’s gone, will I be able to compete in sports again?
Please answer, I’m going crazy.
Thanks