How to deal with external hemorrhoids bleeding?

Written by Chen Tian Jing
Colorectal Surgery
Updated on October 25, 2024
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If external hemorrhoids bleed without apparent reason, it may be due to the rupture of thrombosed external hemorrhoids, leading to bleeding. Firstly, it is necessary to disinfect and clean the local wound to avoid accumulation of blood or contaminants and feces, which may cause infection of the wound. If the bleeding does not stop, topical hemostatic drugs or oral hemostatic drugs should be used for symptomatic treatment. If external hemorrhoids bleed and are accompanied by severe prolapse of internal hemorrhoids, it is recommended that the patient undergo surgical treatment to remove and ligate both external and internal hemorrhoids at the same time. This can further prevent exacerbation of bleeding and fundamentally treat hemorrhoids. Patients with bleeding external hemorrhoids must have a light diet and avoid irritating foods such as chili peppers and seafood. (The use of medications should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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What are the effects of external hemorrhoid fumigation and washing liquid?

Shrink hemorrhoids, eliminate swelling. For the treatment of external hemorrhoids, one can choose Chinese herbal washes to fumigate the affected area, apply hot compresses, or take sitz baths. Their primary efficacy is to shrink the local external hemorrhoidal nodules and reduce swelling through the effects of the medication, or to enable the self-absorption of thrombosis and varicose veins within the local nodules. Beyond local fumigation agents, the treatment of external hemorrhoids can also include applying ointments or using suppositories. It is also necessary to maintain good bowel habits to avoid further irritation and enlargement from stool. If repeated treatment for external hemorrhoids is ineffective, or if the local symptoms are severe, surgery may be considered to remove the external hemorrhoids completely.

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Do external hemorrhoids without any symptoms need treatment?

External hemorrhoids can be categorized into skin tag-like external hemorrhoids, varicose vein-like external hemorrhoids, and thrombosed external hemorrhoids. Most patients with skin tag-like external hemorrhoids do not have any sensations, and in such cases, treatment is not necessary. Patients only need to pay attention to the hygiene around the anal area. After each bowel movement, they should wash the anal area with clean water. They should also frequently change their underwear, and their diet should be light and easily digestible to avoid diarrhea or constipation. During bowel movements, it's important to ensure the process is smooth to avoid lengthy bathroom visits or excessive straining, which can prevent the exacerbation of skin tag-like external hemorrhoids, hence no treatment would be needed. However, for varicose vein-like external hemorrhoids or thrombosed external hemorrhoids, patients may experience a foreign body sensation or pain around the anus. In such cases, conservative treatment with medications can be considered initially. If conservative treatment is ineffective, surgical intervention may be required.

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Will external hemorrhoids affect sexual life?

External hemorrhoids generally do not affect sexual life. External hemorrhoids mainly refer to hemorrhoids that grow below the dentate line, primarily divided into connective tissue external hemorrhoids, varicose external hemorrhoids, inflammatory external hemorrhoids, and thrombosed external hemorrhoids. The main clinical manifestations of the first three types of external hemorrhoids are a foreign body sensation in the anus and moisture at the anus, so they do not affect sexual life. Only thrombosed external hemorrhoids can cause anal pain, which might affect sexual life if the pain is very severe.

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How long does it take for a thrombosed external hemorrhoid to subside?

Thrombotic external hemorrhoids are a type of external hemorrhoids. Generally, after 2-3 days, the thrombus begins to be absorbed and the pain significantly reduces and can be healed. However, in cases with a large thrombotic lump, significant pain can occur and in severe cases, it can hinder walking. The patient may be restless whether sitting or lying down, the surface may re-ulcerate, causing bleeding, and the thrombus can naturally expel itself. At this time, the lump will be eliminated.

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How long does it take to recover after external hemorrhoidectomy?

External hemorrhoids are mainly classified into inflammatory external hemorrhoids, thrombotic external hemorrhoids, connective tissue external hemorrhoids, and varicose vein external hemorrhoids. Regardless of the type, the primary treatment method is surgical removal. After the hemorrhoids are excised, the perianal area generally does not bleed when passing stools for the first two to three days, and the patient can usually go home in about 7 days. For complete recovery to the pre-condition state, it is estimated to take between 20 days to a month.