
For The Past Day I Have Been Experiencing Rectal Pressure

Question: For the past day I have been experiencing rectal pressure along with itching and a burning sensation. What could be the cause and what are some home remedies for relief?
Brief Answer:
Hemorrhoid.
Detailed Answer:
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Very likely it could be due to Hemorrhoid or A fissure in rectum.
A digital rectal examination should be done along with proctoscopic examination to see the grade of problem.
However some home remedies that can be tried are-
1)Sitting in XXXXXXX warm water with Epsom salt two times a day.
2)Drinking lots and lots of water to avoid constipation.
3)Taking lots of psyllium husk(a natural laxative) to keep stools soft and easy to pass.
Thank you.
Hemorrhoid.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for choosing "Ask a Doctor"service for your query,
Have seen your details,
Very likely it could be due to Hemorrhoid or A fissure in rectum.
A digital rectal examination should be done along with proctoscopic examination to see the grade of problem.
However some home remedies that can be tried are-
1)Sitting in XXXXXXX warm water with Epsom salt two times a day.
2)Drinking lots and lots of water to avoid constipation.
3)Taking lots of psyllium husk(a natural laxative) to keep stools soft and easy to pass.
Thank you.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D


How long do hemroids usually take to heal
Brief Answer:
Follow up.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
It depends on grade and location, however, in initial stages they shed off in 10-14 days.
Regards
Follow up.
Detailed Answer:
Hello again,
It depends on grade and location, however, in initial stages they shed off in 10-14 days.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee


Is it ok to try over counter treatment along with above for a week or so before going to dr. I am in between health insurance and can not afford to pay in full
Brief Answer:
Follow up.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Yes if you don't want to visit your GP right now you can try Preparation H along with the above things for 10 days.
Revert back to me after that.
Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Refrain from drinking sodas, alcohol or fizzy beverages.
Follow up after 10 days.
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-ramesh-kumar/72660
Regards
Follow up.
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Yes if you don't want to visit your GP right now you can try Preparation H along with the above things for 10 days.
Revert back to me after that.
Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Refrain from drinking sodas, alcohol or fizzy beverages.
Follow up after 10 days.
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-ramesh-kumar/72660
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee

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