Hello,
The enzyme
methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) plays a crucial role in regulating the levels of homocysteine. Elevated homocysteine level is a risk factor for
ischemic stroke, thrombotic and cardiovascular diseases. This genetic condition do not cause bleeding and oozing hemorrhoids.
The pain is caused if a blood clot (thrombosis) has formed within an external hemorrhoid.This symptom can be explained with your MTHFR. So,in your circumstances,(with a painful and massive hemorrhoids that ooze fresh red blood), you should seek medical attention because it is necessary to treat the condition.
If you were my patient I will first suggest over-the-counter creams, ointments, suppositories or pads that contain ingredients, such as witch hazel, or Hydrocortisone and Lidocaine. These medications can relieve pain and itching, at least temporarily.
I would refer you to a
proctologist because you may need specific minimally
invasive procedures like
rubber band ligation, schlerotherapy or laser therapy to definitively treat the hemorrhoid problem.
Hope I have clarified your doubts. Let me know if i can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Elona Xhardo
Endocrinologist