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I had a C-section delivery about 10 months ago. I have had hemorrhoids for around 4 years. I had bleeding a few years ago, which stopped, but recently the bleeding has started again and is slightly more than before. The blood is bright red, and I have a burning sensation during bowel movements. I can feel a swollen lump when I touch the area, but it does not protrude outside.
I am currently on a no-carb, calorie-deficit diet. Could this be due to hemorrhoids, or could there be another cause? Do I need an examination or any treatment?
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There is chance of recurrence of piles or fissure in pregnancy and post pregnancy periods due to harmonal changes in the body..
Based on your symptoms, it must be grade 2 hemorroids along with anal fissure..
Next Steps
Get one clinical examination by general surgeon / coloproctologyst
Health Tips
1) As you can feel the swollen lump, take sitz bath with warm water adding rocksalt.. this helps in reducing the edema and further discomfort..
2) Take high fibre diet + plenty of oral fluids (~ 3 to 4 lit/ day ) to prevent constipation and hard stools..
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Based on your history, your symptoms are most likely due to hemorrhoids, but an anal fissure should also be considered, especially as you have a burning sensation during bowel movements. Bright red bleeding with stool is commonly seen with both conditions.
A low-fiber or restrictive diet may also contribute to constipation and worsen these symptoms.
As the bleeding has recurred after a long interval and you have a palpable swelling, a clinical examination by a general surgeon or colorectal surgeon is recommended to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes of rectal bleeding.
Initial treatment usually includes increasing dietary fiber and fluid intake, avoiding straining during bowel movements, warm sitz baths, and topical medications as advised after examination. If hemorrhoids are advanced or symptoms persist despite medical treatment, office procedures or surgery may be considered.
Next Steps
--Consult a general surgeon/colorectal surgeon for a local examination.
--Increase fiber and fluid intake, and avoid constipation and straining.
--Continue warm sitz baths for symptomatic relief.
Health Tips
--Do not ignore recurrent rectal bleeding, even if you have a history of hemorrhoids.
--Avoid prolonged sitting on the toilet.
--Seek urgent medical attention if bleeding becomes heavy, you feel dizzy, develop severe pain, or notice black-colored stools.
Most probably it could be due to anal fissure if you take less fibre in your diet.
Next Steps
Drink plenty of water unless restricted , Increase fibre intake in your diet,can also add psyllium husk - 2 tblespoons in a glass of water to soften the stools which make bowel movements easier with less pain
Health Tips
Avoid prolonged sitting in toilet,Take warm sitz bath for 10-15mins for 2 -3 times a day and after each stool
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