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Pregnant, Suffering From Haemorrhoids, Blackish Blue Skin Discolouration. Using Steroid Creams. Cause Of Worry?
I have developed hemmorrhoids in my 9th month of pregnancy. My doctor provided a steroid cream to apply for treatment. I have been checking the area daily while applying the medication and noticed that above the are where the hemmorrhoids are protruding, there is an area that is black and blue. Should I be concerned with this?
Sat, 22 Dec 2012
Hello
Pregnancy n piles not uncommon especially in 9th trimester.
You need not worry untill there is fresh bleeding.
Try to keep url stool soft , have lots of vegetable...n a
Spend less time in toilet, don't strain for stools.
The bluish swelling is hematoma which will resolve with time.
U can apply smuth oint three times a day.
Take rest and keep url legs 30 degree while sleeping.
Hope u get well soon.
Pregnancy n piles not uncommon especially in 9th trimester.
You need not worry untill there is fresh bleeding.
Try to keep url stool soft , have lots of vegetable...n a
Spend less time in toilet, don't strain for stools.
The bluish swelling is hematoma which will resolve with time.
U can apply smuth oint three times a day.
Take rest and keep url legs 30 degree while sleeping.
Hope u get well soon.
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