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2025-06-27 20:30:29
Can i use Povidone-Iodine ointment for haemorrhoids? And what's the best way for its permanent cure.
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No you can't
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do a clinical check up by nearest Surgeon
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plan accordingly

Answered2025-07-16 10:23:48

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No use of ointment for haemorroids. Treatment modality depends on the grade of haemorroid.
Next Steps
please visit the general surgeon
Health Tips
Plenty of water intake High fibre diet avoid spicy food

Answered2025-06-29 17:57:47

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no use. dont treat yourself. consult a surgeon

Answered2025-06-28 18:33:47

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No you cant use povidone iodine
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get a consultation by general surgeon
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there are numerous option for cure each methods decided by degree of hemorrhoids treatment ranges from op procedures like sclerotherapy ,laser ablation to open ,closed , stapler hemorrhoidectomy

Answered2025-07-26 15:48:55

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laser haemorrhoidectomy is a minimally invasive procedure. You can go for that after consulting a general surgeon
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Consult a general surgeon and Evaluation with proctoscopy
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Soil softeners and plenty of water (4-5L per day)

Answered2025-07-10 08:11:00

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Povidone iodine would not help in hemorrhoids. High fibre diet, sitz bath thrice a day, stool softener would help. Consult a surgeon for permanent cure as treatment depends on grade of hemorrhoid

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Can apply but wont help much. Take sitz bath. Best treatment depends on the grade of hemorrhoids !

Answered2025-06-28 13:25:56

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