What is the best product for treatment of hemmroids

Hello,

I am over in San Ramon... small world!

In the past I worked for a prominent colorectal surgeon and he always said that he prayed the manufacturer of Preparation H would never go out of business as the patients that use it found it never worked, therefore he would always be busy. So-- you are right, he really only works minimally or in most cases not at all.

My suggestion is that you seek a consult with a colorectal specialist or gastreoenterologist for an exam to determine which type of treament would be beneficial to you. What is important to know is that hemorrhoids are classified as either internal or external and in degress from First through Fourth.

In some cases for minor hemorrhoids, Annusol HC is prescribed. Often a ligation procedure is performed in the physician's office in which the hemorrhoid is tied off at its base with rubber bands, cutting off the blood flow to the hemorrhoid. Rubber band ligation is the most widely used treatment for internal hemorrhoids. If symptoms persist after three or four treatments, surgery should be considered.

Infrared coagulation is often used by some physicians, but the succes rate is not as high as with ligation procedures. Recurrence of hemorrhoids or failure rate of the coagulation was higher with the infrared coagulation procedure than the rubber band ligationt. Coagulation can be conveniently repeated in case of recurrence, but most patients prefer immediate resolution of their symptoms.

Surgical removal of hemorrhoids (hemorrhoidectomy) is recommended for third- and fourth-degree internal hemorrhoids (with or without external hemorrhoids) when conservative treatment measures fail to alleviate severe burning, itching, swelling, protrusion, bleeding, and pain. It is also recommended for external hemorrhoids when medical treatment has failed and symptoms persist.

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I do have a gastro Dr. already for another issue, never thought to ask him about my hemroids, until I can get in to see him are there any other OTC meds to use, have youheard of Zenmed Ziro?? my problem is internal and then becomes external with painful blisters, can hardly walk or sit because its sooo sensitive, thank you

Honestly, there is not too much difference between this product and Preparation H. It is more costly than most OTC products, but as Zenmed Ziro offers a 60 day money back guarantee, you have nothing to lose if it doesn't work.

I would suggest that you soak in a hot tub as often as you can, purchase some Tucks wipes in the pharmacy to soothe the area. You can also purchase the Tucks suppositories as some people have better results with this product versus Prep H. Combine the ointment with the suppositories. As you know the gastro, when you call for an appoinment let the receptionist know how you are suffering. If she can't get you in for an appointment this week, have your pharmacy phone number handy for when you call and then ask if the doctor could call in a prescription for Annusol HC to hold you over until you get in to see him.

Edited by Deborah on May 6 2007 at 12:00pm

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