Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Discomfort in the anal area? Hello, doctor. For nearly two months, I have experienced a constant urge to have a bowel movement, and in recent days, it feels as if there is something obstructing my rectum. The sensation only subsides when I lie down. I typically have a bowel movem...
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1. Based on the symptoms described, it could be an enlarged hemorrhoid (internal hemorrhoid) or a rectal tumor, and a rectal examination is necessary for differentiation. 2. If there is a direct blood relative with colorectal cancer, the risk of developing colorectal cancer is 1-...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Pain Management and Treatment Options Explained
Hemorrhoids Hello Dr. Hou, I have issues with external and internal hemorrhoids. There is no bleeding, but I experience prolonged pain after bowel movements, especially during my menstrual period. The pain feels like something hard is being pushed into my anus, and when I sit dow...
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1. Typically, internal and external hemorrhoids are distinguished by the physiological anal dentate line, which is significant because the dentate line serves as a boundary for pain sensation nerves. Therefore, it can generally be said that internal hemorrhoids are more likely to...[Read More] Understanding Hemorrhoids: Pain Management and Treatment Options Explained
Follow-Up Questions on Surgical Consultations: Which Specialist to See?
Please feel free to ask? Thank you for your response on July 26. May I ask which specialty I should consult for further tests such as CA 19-9 and AFP?
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If you need to have CA-199 and AFP tests, you can go to the oncology department or the gastroenterology department. Please have a physician evaluate you before proceeding with the tests. Colorectal surgeon Dr. Hou Yong-ji.[Read More] Follow-Up Questions on Surgical Consultations: Which Specialist to See?
Rubber Band Ligation vs. Injection Therapy: Treatment Insights and Recovery
Rubber band ligation or injection therapy? The treatment course for rubber band ligation or injection therapy typically lasts for a few sessions, depending on the severity of the condition. After treatment, it is generally recommended to rest for at least a few days. There is a p...
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1. Rubber band ligation or sclerotherapy for hemorrhoids has specific indications and is not suitable for all types of hemorrhoids. 2. Sclerotherapy is typically used for second-degree hemorrhoids (internal hemorrhoids), especially effective for bleeding, and usually requires o...[Read More] Rubber Band Ligation vs. Injection Therapy: Treatment Insights and Recovery
Effective Treatments and Medications for Anal Fissures: A Guide
For the treatment of anal fissures, topical medications such as nitroglycerin ointment or calcium channel blockers (like diltiazem or nifedipine) can be applied to promote healing and relieve pain. Additionally, over-the-counter topical anesthetics may help alleviate discomfort. ...
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1. If there is rectal bleeding, it is essential to be examined by a specialist. Do not assume it is hemorrhoids or anal fissures and treat it casually. 2. In young individuals, rectal bleeding is often due to anal fissures, most of which will heal naturally. Treatment should foc...[Read More] Effective Treatments and Medications for Anal Fissures: A Guide
Blood in Stool with Anal Pain: Causes and Home Remedies
Blood in the stool accompanied by anal pain? Hello, Doctor: Two days ago, when I had a bowel movement (about two days since my last one), I felt that the stool was very hard. After finishing, I noticed some blood streaks and felt pain in my anus. Two days later, during my bowel m...
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1. Based on your description, the likelihood of anal fissures caused by hard stools is the highest. 2. In the case of blood in the stool, it is best to consult a specialist to avoid delaying the diagnosis. 3. If it is hemorrhoids, the treatment plan will depend on the severity, b...[Read More] Blood in Stool with Anal Pain: Causes and Home Remedies
Managing Mild Hemorrhoids: Tips for Dealing with Spicy Food and Bleeding
Mild hemorrhoids with blood in the stool? A few years ago, I was diagnosed with mild hemorrhoids. However, sometimes when I eat spicy food (just seasoning), I experience rectal bleeding. Currently, I only use a topical ointment for treatment, and it usually heals within a few day...
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1. If you experience blood in your stool, do not assume it is solely due to hemorrhoidal bleeding; you should go to the hospital for an examination to rule out other potential causes (such as colorectal cancer). 2. If it is indeed hemorrhoidal bleeding, it is usually advisable t...[Read More] Managing Mild Hemorrhoids: Tips for Dealing with Spicy Food and Bleeding
Can Mild Hemorrhoids Heal Completely? Expert Insights and Tips
Can hemorrhoids be cured? Can mild hemorrhoids heal? I experience protrusion of the hemorrhoids after a bowel movement, but they retract on their own after a while. I have been applying medication; will it completely heal? Will I experience this again in the future? Thank you... ...
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Hello: 1. Hemorrhoids are normal tissues in the human body that can become swollen and inflamed due to certain factors (such as constipation or lack of sleep), leading to symptoms. Therefore, mild hemorrhoids often improve after having regular bowel movements or making lifestyl...[Read More] Can Mild Hemorrhoids Heal Completely? Expert Insights and Tips
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help
Blood in stool..? Hello Doctor: I am 21 years old and have been accustomed to having a bowel movement every two to three days since childhood. In the past three to four years, I have experienced blood in my stool, which would resolve on its own after a few days. However, for the ...
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1. If a person has a bowel habit of having a bowel movement every two to three days from a young age and experiences no discomfort, it is generally acceptable as long as this pattern remains consistent. Typically, having bowel movements three times a month to three times a week i...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes, Concerns, and When to Seek Help