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Suggest Remedies For Rectal Bleeding When Diagnosed With Internal Hemorrhoids
Question: Ever since I started taking Vascepa, I have had rectal bleeding. I DO have internal hemorrhoids, a polyp, and diverticulosis. Lots of blood and BMs. Stopped when I stopped Vascepa. One of the Cardiologists that I work with XXXXXXX it was a blood thinner?
Brief Answer:
Vascepa is not a blood thinner but Omega 3 can prolong bleeding time
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl Capsules) is a derivative of a omega-3 fatty acid and is used in combination with changes in diet to lower blood lipid levels. It is not a blood thinner. However, some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. That could be what your cardiologist is referring to.
Although Vascepa might have precipitated the rectal bleeding, it is possibly the primary ailment which is most often associated with constipation that needs attention. Our gastrointestinal tract has a forward propulsive movement (peristalsis) that moves the food material forward as it is digested, absorbed and finally expelled as feces. Green leafy vegetables and other sources of dietary fibers contribute roughage which for the bulk of stool. Unless fiber intake is adequate, the gastrointestinal movement will be hampered and piles will result.
In order to relieve yourself, you need to do the following:
* Avoid spicy food. Take small but frequent meals. Avoid long gaps between meals.
* Avoid alcohol intake (if it a part of your habit).
* Avoid red meat.
* Take plenty of green leafy vegetables as well as other sources of dietary fibers. Take fiber supplements like isabgol/psyllium husk or senna. I would insist you to increase your dietary fiber intake.
* Regular morning walk and exercise to keep the bowel movements proper.
* Take curd or yogurt on daily basis. It contains beneficial bacteria and should help.
* Take Sitz bath. In a big tumbler take water as hot as your skin can take. Sit on it with your anal opening dipped.
* Taking Daflon tablet 500mg every 4 hours for 3 days followed by once every 8 hours for next 4 days should help in resolution of the problem.
Hope that helps.
Let me know if I could help further.
Regards
Vascepa is not a blood thinner but Omega 3 can prolong bleeding time
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. Vascepa (Icosapent Ethyl Capsules) is a derivative of a omega-3 fatty acid and is used in combination with changes in diet to lower blood lipid levels. It is not a blood thinner. However, some published studies with omega-3 fatty acids have demonstrated prolongation of bleeding time. That could be what your cardiologist is referring to.
Although Vascepa might have precipitated the rectal bleeding, it is possibly the primary ailment which is most often associated with constipation that needs attention. Our gastrointestinal tract has a forward propulsive movement (peristalsis) that moves the food material forward as it is digested, absorbed and finally expelled as feces. Green leafy vegetables and other sources of dietary fibers contribute roughage which for the bulk of stool. Unless fiber intake is adequate, the gastrointestinal movement will be hampered and piles will result.
In order to relieve yourself, you need to do the following:
* Avoid spicy food. Take small but frequent meals. Avoid long gaps between meals.
* Avoid alcohol intake (if it a part of your habit).
* Avoid red meat.
* Take plenty of green leafy vegetables as well as other sources of dietary fibers. Take fiber supplements like isabgol/psyllium husk or senna. I would insist you to increase your dietary fiber intake.
* Regular morning walk and exercise to keep the bowel movements proper.
* Take curd or yogurt on daily basis. It contains beneficial bacteria and should help.
* Take Sitz bath. In a big tumbler take water as hot as your skin can take. Sit on it with your anal opening dipped.
* Taking Daflon tablet 500mg every 4 hours for 3 days followed by once every 8 hours for next 4 days should help in resolution of the problem.
Hope that helps.
Let me know if I could help further.
Regards
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