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gross but i need help please!
ok whenever i go number 2 its been hurting and there is even blood when i wipe..and sometimes even in the toilet. trust me , this is not my period. this didnt just happen once or twice, its been happening for awhile.
whats hemroids? is that what i have because doesnt it have to do with something like this?
what are the dangers if i dont tell anyone (it would be mortifying if i had to go to a doctor and have him look at me because im not 10 anymore, im 17.
has anyone had this problem before or known someoen with this problem?
what should i do?
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A hemorrhoid is like a very irritated bit of vein from your rectum. It can be very painful and can be caused by many things (pregnancy, heavy lifting, constipation). Roughly, 50% of Americans will suffer from having a hemorrhoid in their lifetime so it really isn't as gross or embarrassing as you first thought.
Up your fiber intake. You can buy products such as Benefiber, Metamucil, and ColonPure (from GNC) to help you get more fiber if you're not getting enough from fruits, vegetables, and grains.
Do NOT take laxatives for this though as diarrhea can upset the hemorrhoid further.
Make sure to drink your 8 glasses of water a day to keep hydrated.
Do not push as hard when you go to the bathroom. Pushing hard from constipation and lack of fiber is one of the main causes.
Try not to "hold it in" any longer than absolutely necessary. Go when your body says to.
Soak in a tub of warm water for about 10 - 15 minutes each day.
Many websites have suggested wiping after you poo with flushable wipes. There are many different kinds like the Kleenex Cottonelle, Charmin Fresh Mates, and Equate brand from Wal-Mart. These websites say it helps to keep the area clean and soothes it a bit.
Here is a little more information about hemorrhoids and it also has some tips to help relieve the pain (if you are experiencing any) in the meantime:
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There are creams (such as Preparation H) and wipes (such as Tucks Medicated Pads) you can buy for such a thing but personally I'd go see a doctor before doing anything like that just for confirmation. Most hemorrhoids go away in a few days so it's probably best you get checked out by a professional.
If left untreated, hemorrhoids may sometimes develop into a serious and dangerous condition that requires surgery for treatment. An internal hemorrhoid can become prolapsed where the inflamed vein extends outside of the anus. Usually this vein can be gently pushed back up inside the anus but there is the possibility that it will become further swollen and become entrapped. Once the vein is entrapped, the blood supply may get cut off and the vein will die, often becoming infected. Once infection sets in, it is possible that it will spread through out the entire body and cause dangerous illness.
Please try to see your doctor if possible to make sure everything is alright with you. It's better to be safe and well-informed about your body than to go down the road and find out it's progressed to something major.
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It kindof does sound like a Hemorrhoid, or perhaps something you were born with. I'm no doctor - most people here aren't - I would suggest going to a doctor. You're seventeen, right? So don't go to a pediatrician, go to a gynecologist. Not to frighten you or anything, but it could be cancer. One of my aunts had cervical cancer. This was when she was eighteen. Most girls will go to a gynecologist when they're seventeen or eighteen, but they also go when they have a "problem" or an "issue." I do believe this is a "problem" or "issue." Do a little research on hemorrrhoids and cervical cancer, and head over to the doctor. Tell your mom, also, but if you're not comfortable showing her, just ask to go to the doctor.
I know that it will be really scary to go to a gynecologist... that's one of my biggest fears (you know, up there with the rapists, murderers and kidnappers). But you do have to realize, this is a part of thier daily living - they're used to it - even if you're not. But for your first time, get a woman doc.
Good luck!
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Yes hemroids does have something to do with this but that's not what you have hemroids is when your having your period but you said your not so i beleive but maybe in your case you were born with it and it just is starting to happen maybe it's something you have inside of your system.
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It does sound like a hemorrhoid. You can try preparation H but I'd advise seeing a doctor. Especially if you have had it that long. Don't be embarrassed. You will be I know but it is nothing to a doctor who sees these things all the time. They can be very painful so please see your doctor. :)
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Even though you're 17, it's still a good idea to keep up on your checkups. Since you're bleeding in that area and feel something there, it would be best to have it examined. Even if it's something simple, you'll feel a lot better when you don't have to worry about it. Also if it is something more serious, it's best to get it treated ASAP to keep it from worsening.
Hemorrhoids refers to a condition where the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed. Hemorrhoids are generally caused by straining to move a stool (#2) but can also be contributed to by pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or diarrhea and anal intercourse. They can be internal or external. Symptoms include bright red blood, a painful swelling or hard lump around the anus, and sometimes itching.
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yes thats what it sounds like it is..its when you strain too hard. lol i know. just go to the pharmacy and get some preparation-h or something for hemroids
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If you REALLY don't want to go to the doctor make sure you drink LOTS of water (to soften it up) and eats lots of food with fiber (like eating salads). If you have trouble having bowel movements try getting a laxative pill. If it doesn't get better, DO go to the doctor no matter how embarrassing. If you're very uncomfortable maybe you can get a female doctor (I'm assuming you're female). Think about it. Isn't it better to get it treated now when it's nothing serious than when you have to go to the hospital for something just because you were embarrassed? It's embarrassing, but just remember other people have had it and they deal with patients everyday, not just you.
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