Customer question:
Do hemorrhoids go away by themselves?
Pharmacist's response:
Hemorrhoids are a prevalent disease - about half of people experience hemorrhoids at least once in their lives, and very often for the first time before age 50. They can occur in anyone, regardless of gender or age, but are more common in older people, pregnant women, people with gastrointestinal conditions, and those with a family history of recurrent hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids occur when the veins in the anus and rectum become swollen. They can occur internally (inside the rectum) or externally (around the anus).
How long hemorrhoids last varies from person to person
Small hemorrhoids can go away on their own within a few days.
Larger hemorrhoids, especially those that cause a lot of pain, swelling, and itching, may not go away on their own and may require medical treatment or even surgery. In pregnant women, hemorrhoids usually disappear only after childbirth.
There is a possibility that hemorrhoids will return after treatment. A gastroenterologist can help recommend solutions if you're struggling with hemorrhoids that won't go away or keep coming back.
When to see a doctor for hemorrhoids
It is highly recommended to see a doctor if you notice bleeding during stool or if the stool is red or black. Also, if you know you have hemorrhoids, you should see a doctor if the discomfort doesn't go away after a week with home care.
The doctor can prescribe or advise you to buy Detralex or Flebaven and, at the same time, offer advice on changing your lifestyle and diet.
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