Managing Acute Anal Fissures: Tips for Pain-Free Bowel Movements
Anal fissure bowel movement issues? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I experienced a problem with anal fissures due to excessive straining from constipation, and I have already seen a doctor. The doctor diagnosed it as an acute anal fissure, which is not serious and should heal in ...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
The typical symptoms of an anal fissure include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding, and there may be frequent urges to defecate due to irritation from the wound. The pain often lasts for several days, sometimes exceeding a week. Common causes include const...[Read More] Managing Acute Anal Fissures: Tips for Pain-Free Bowel Movements
Blood in Stool: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? Recently, I have been experiencing blood in my stool. Two days ago, I went for an examination, and after the doctor performed a digital rectal exam, he said there was no bleeding from the rectum and proceeded to perform a rubber band ligation for my internal h...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This situation likely indicates a higher possibility of hemorrhoidal bleeding. As long as there is no further bleeding, it should not be a concern. It is recommended to avoid constipation during this period and to shorten the time spent on bowel movements. Spicy and irritating fo...[Read More] Blood in Stool: Understanding Causes and When to Seek Help
Long-term Use of Hemorrhoid Cream: Risks and Alternatives for Relief
Using hemorrhoid ointment for an extended period can cause discomfort in the anal area? Hello, doctor. I previously had an anal fissure, and the hospital prescribed a medication called "Hiyu Zhi" ointment, which I applied for about a week, and the fissure healed without...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. You might be overthinking; the probability of developing anal cancer at this age is extremely low, and anal cancer is a rare type of cancer. 2. The typical symptoms of an anal fissure include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The pain often lasts fo...[Read More] Long-term Use of Hemorrhoid Cream: Risks and Alternatives for Relief
Understanding Buttock Pain and Stool Shape Changes: A Gastrointestinal Perspective
Stool shape and dull pain in the buttocks? Hello, Doctor. I've been experiencing some issues for the past two months. About two months ago, I started having a dull pain in my buttocks. It's not constant; it occurs intermittently for a second or two. The pain is not loca...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 34, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is not zero, but generally speaking, it is relatively low. Based on your description, it seems more like symptoms of hemorrhoidal swelling or anal fissure pain. It is advisable to maintain a light diet and a good li...[Read More] Understanding Buttock Pain and Stool Shape Changes: A Gastrointestinal Perspective
Understanding Anal Issues: Is Your Constipation Linked to Fissures or Hemorrhoids?
Anal issues Hello Doctor: I am currently 25 years old and have previously sought medical attention due to rectal bleeding. A year ago, I was diagnosed with an anal fissure, and after using suppositories and taking warm sitz baths, my condition improved. Recently, however, I have ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The presence of small, dark black particles resembling sheep feces in the initial part of the stool, followed by well-formed stool, indicates insufficient water and dietary fiber intake. This condition can lead to difficulty in bowel movements and may result in post-defecation bl...[Read More] Understanding Anal Issues: Is Your Constipation Linked to Fissures or Hemorrhoids?
Is It Hemorrhoids? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Unsure if it is hemorrhoids? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the lengthy description of my issue. Over the past few years, I have been very meticulous about cleaning myself after using the restroom. Additionally, I sometimes experience constipation and anal fissures (the bidet cau...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, such as bright red blood during bowel movements, pain from anal fissures, bleeding caused by excessive cleaning, and changes in the shape of gas and stool, it is likely related to hemorrhoids and anal fissures. These symptoms are primarily cau...[Read More] Is It Hemorrhoids? Understanding Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Managing Constipation and Anal Fissures: Alternatives to Long-Term Herbal Use
Laxative dependence, anal fissure? Hello, Doctor. My problem is as follows: Whenever my stool is hard (but not rock-like), it causes anal fissures. I previously tried drinking Uni-President high-fiber soy milk (chicory fiber) to maintain softer stools, but sometimes my stool is s...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The ingredients and mechanisms of traditional Chinese medicine are unclear, but if you have been taking it for five years and have only recently experienced weight loss, it may not necessarily be related to the herbal medicine. If you are concerned about gastrointestinal issues, ...[Read More] Managing Constipation and Anal Fissures: Alternatives to Long-Term Herbal Use
Chronic Anal Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options
Anal burning pain Hello Doctor: I do not have a history of constipation. About eight months ago, after having anal intercourse, I experienced swelling and pain in the anal area for a few days. I later visited a clinic, where the doctor performed a digital examination and diagnose...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
There is a peanut-sized venous protrusion outside the anus, which is likely a venous thrombosis caused by hemorrhoidal friction and bleeding. There may also be issues with anal fissures and hemorrhoids simultaneously. Therefore, the doctor prescribed Daflon, recommended warm sitz...[Read More] Chronic Anal Pain: Understanding Symptoms and Treatment Options
Managing Diarrhea After Colorectal Surgery: Tips and Treatment Options
Colorectal issues, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) In the past, I often experienced diarrhea due to exam-related anxiety during my school years. Later, in my early twenties, I underwent a colostomy due to rectal cancer, with the stoma located approximately between the ascending co...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
It is normal to experience frequent bowel movements as a postoperative complication after rectal cancer surgery. This is due to the shortening of the rectum, which reduces the capacity for stool storage. Besides taking medications to control the frequency of bowel movements, ther...[Read More] Managing Diarrhea After Colorectal Surgery: Tips and Treatment Options
Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding I have been experiencing constipation issues for a long time, and in the past few months, I have felt a sharp pain when using the restroom. Although it doesn't happen every time, there are occasions when I notice fresh blood or blood streaks on the toilet pap...
Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Due to your long-standing history of constipation, it is possible that the cause of your rectal bleeding is hemorrhoids. It is recommended that you see a colorectal surgeon for further evaluation to confirm the diagnosis and determine appropriate treatment.[Read More] Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
From Neurological Emergency to Terminal Colon Cancer: A Patient's Journey
Admitted to neurosurgery, but diagnosed with terminal colorectal cancer? Hello, Doctor. I was admitted to Hospital A's emergency department due to dizziness and a fall, and examinations revealed bleeding in my brain. I was hospitalized in the neurosurgery department at Hospi...
Dr. Zhao Shaoqing Reply:
Hello: Since the above is a textual description of medical actions, it is difficult to make a judgment. You may need to consult a doctor from Kaohsiung Medical University for clarification. If it's inconvenient, you can also visit Changhua Hospital for treatment and bring th...[Read More] From Neurological Emergency to Terminal Colon Cancer: A Patient's Journey
Understanding and Managing Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids After Surgery
Thrombosed external hemorrhoid Two weeks ago, I went to the hospital to treat an internal hemorrhoid (which was very painful this time). As a result, a week later, I noticed a fleshy lump outside the anus, skin-colored and about the size of a peanut, which is swollen and extremel...
Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
If the ligation of internal hemorrhoids is performed too superficially, it can lead to complications such as pain and swelling due to the proximity of the wound to external hemorrhoids. Currently, the best approach is to take warm sitz baths and wait for the wound to heal. If the...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids After Surgery
Soft Pink Bump Near Anus: Should You Be Concerned?
A small painless lump has developed outside the anus? Today, I felt a slight sharp pain in my anus and discovered a small pink soft lump on the outer edge of the anus when I looked in the mirror. It doesn't hurt and there is no bleeding. My bowel movements are generally smoo...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
A sudden appearance of a pink small lump at the anal margin is most commonly associated with thrombosed hemorrhoids. It is advisable to take warm sitz baths, increase fluid intake, and consume dietary fiber to prevent constipation, along with the use of hemorrhoid ointments to al...[Read More] Soft Pink Bump Near Anus: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Constipation: When to Seek Medical Help and Treatment Options
Constipation I have been experiencing this condition for a while. After having a bowel movement, I still feel like there is something in my rectum, so I squat again. Sometimes I manage to pass a few small pieces, but other times I squat for a long time without being able to have ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
This condition is caused by bleeding from internal hemorrhoids due to constipation. It is advisable to increase fluid and dietary fiber intake, take warm sitz baths, reduce the time spent on the toilet, and use hemorrhoid ointments along with oral medications to stop bleeding and...[Read More] Understanding Constipation: When to Seek Medical Help and Treatment Options
Understanding Anal Itching: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Anal issues, anal itching? Recently, I've been experiencing alternating constipation and diarrhea. After using the restroom, I feel like I haven't completely emptied my bowels, and every time I wipe, I end up with skin irritation. I also have itching around the anal are...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
The situation you described is known as pruritus ani. The skin in the perianal area is very sensitive. Excessive wiping or cleaning with hot water and bath products can irritate the skin, stripping away too much sebum and causing itching. It is recommended to avoid excessive clea...[Read More] Understanding Anal Itching: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Post-Surgery Concerns for Hemorrhoid Patients: Managing Pain and Diet
Postoperative Issues Related to Hemorrhoid Surgery Hello, doctor. The information above is about my father. He is one day post-operative from hemorrhoid surgery, and he is eating very little because he is afraid of pain during bowel movements. What should I do? I have researched ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After hemorrhoid surgery, you can start to increase your fluid intake and maintain a light diet within a few days, focusing on eating enough to avoid hunger. When experiencing pain, it is advisable to take warm sitz baths and to use oral anti-inflammatory and pain relief medicati...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns for Hemorrhoid Patients: Managing Pain and Diet
Understanding Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Types, and When to Seek Help
Hemorrhoids Hello, doctor. I would like to ask: Recently, I noticed a soft lump near the anal opening, about the size of a coin, with a purple and slightly black color. It is not painful, itchy, or bleeding, and there is no foreign body sensation. Occasionally, I experience const...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
After bowel movements, hemorrhoids may occasionally protrude slightly, which could indicate first to second-degree internal hemorrhoids. The purple protrusion is mostly caused by thrombosis, indicating that the blood vessels within the hemorrhoid have been compressed, leading to ...[Read More] Understanding Hemorrhoids: Symptoms, Types, and When to Seek Help
Managing External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Suspected hemorrhoids protruding? Hello, Dr. Chang. Recently, I've been experiencing harder stools, and it seems like an external hemorrhoid is protruding. It feels soft to the touch and is leaking fluid. When my anus retracts, I feel something unusual in that area, and it t...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Based on your description, it seems that after straining during a bowel movement, the internal hemorrhoid may slightly protrude, which is referred to as hemorrhoidal prolapse. At this time, intestinal fluid or watery stools may be more likely to leak out. It is recommended to tak...[Read More] Managing External Hemorrhoids: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Chronic Anal Fissures: Treatment Options and Concerns
Inquiry about anal fissure issues? Hello, doctor. A few months ago, I visited a clinic due to an anal fissure, and after the physician prescribed me a suppository, I recovered quite well. However, a few weeks ago, I experienced another anal fissure, possibly due to constipation. ...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
1. Chronic anal fissures are generally defined as symptoms persisting for more than eight weeks and are difficult to relieve with conservative treatment. 2. Improving constipation symptoms can be achieved by increasing fluid and dietary fiber intake, reducing time spent on the to...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Anal Fissures: Treatment Options and Concerns
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Diarrhea, IBS, and Dietary Impact
Gastrointestinal discomfort Hello Doctor, Recently, I have been experiencing diarrhea once a week at the end of January, during the Lunar New Year period, at the end of February, and twice in March. The doctors have diagnosed me with gastroenteritis. In March, there was one ins...
Dr. Zhang Shuhao Reply:
Based on the symptoms you described, it is difficult to attribute them to a specific cause, including irritable bowel syndrome and hemorrhoids. Diarrhea and the presence of red material in the stool are common symptoms of colonic inflammation. To determine if there are lesions ca...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Diarrhea, IBS, and Dietary Impact