What foods to eat for thrombotic external hemorrhoids?

Written by Deng Heng
Colorectal Surgery
Updated on December 03, 2024
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Thrombotic external hemorrhoids are primarily caused by inflammation of the anal veins, or by the rupture and thrombus formation of the anal venous plexus due to excessive straining. The main symptoms are a sudden bluish-purple swelling at the edge of the anus or severe pain. The primary cause is usually due to constipation. Therefore, it's important to maintain smooth bowel movements when eating. Increasing the intake of vegetables and fruits and reducing the consumption of meat, while ensuring regular bowel movements, is most crucial.

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How to relieve the pain of external hemorrhoids?

When there is pain in an external hemorrhoidal tag, it is often due to inflammatory edema or the formation of a thrombus, leading to pain. In such cases, it is advisable to first use an anal cleansing agent or a potassium permanganate solution for a sitz bath after defecation. The duration of the sitz bath should be controlled between five to ten minutes, which can effectively reduce swelling and relieve pain. After the sitz bath, applying external remedies such as Yellow Ointment or Musk Hemorrhoids Cream can also help reduce swelling and alleviate pain. For particularly severe pain, directly using diclofenac sodium suppositories inserted into the anus can provide anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Additionally, for external hemorrhoids with inflammatory edema, it is also necessary to combine this with oral diosmin tablets to relieve discomfort. However, if the external hemorrhoidal tag remains swollen for a long period or if the thrombus does not resolve, it is advisable to consider early surgical excision of the external hemorrhoids, followed by diligent postoperative dressing changes.

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Can thrombotic external hemorrhoids go away?

Thrombotic external hemorrhoids mainly refer to the formation of blood clots within the external hemorrhoids located around the anus. During the acute phase of thrombotic external hemorrhoids, there is generally severe pain and a feeling of distension in the anal region. If not treated with medication, thrombotic external hemorrhoids are difficult to resolve on their own. Options include applying hemorrhoid cream or using traditional Chinese medicine solutions for fumigation and hot compresses to promote the absorption and dissipation of the blood clots in the external hemorrhoids. If conservative medication does not yield good results, surgery can be considered to strip and remove the blood clots from the external hemorrhoids. Failure to use medications can potentially lead to a worsening of the thrombotic external hemorrhoids, or an increase in blood clots leading to necrosis and delaying treatment of the disease.

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How are thrombosed external hemorrhoids formed?

The formation of thrombosed external hemorrhoids is mainly related to local congestion pressure in the anal area and excessive filling of submucosal blood vessels, especially after the patient abstains from spicy and irritating food, excessive defecation, and excessive fatigue. This condition becomes more prominent. Once thrombosed external hemorrhoids form, they are generally accompanied by the formation of skin tags and internal hemorrhoids in the anal area, and the external hemorrhoids enclose a blood clot. When the blood clot becomes congested or swollen, the patient will experience significant pain or distension. Once thrombosed external hemorrhoids have formed, it is crucial to treat them early to avoid necrosis caused by prolonged and repeated congestion and edema. Treatment options include using local medications for hot compresses or application to alleviate symptoms, or performing surgery to excise and remove the blood clots.

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What is inside a thrombotic external hemorrhoid?

Thrombotic external hemorrhoids are a common clinical presentation of external hemorrhoids. During an episode, blood clots generally form within the hemorrhoidal nucleus, which means that thrombotic external hemorrhoids mainly consist of blood clot particles. Because the blood clots are wrapped inside the hemorrhoidal nucleus, the pressure inside the nucleus increases, leading to congestion and edema. Patients experience significant pain and a feeling of fullness. Severe symptoms may also affect the patient's ability to sit or walk normally. Therefore, it is crucial to treat thrombotic external hemorrhoids early in their development. For early-stage mild thrombotic external hemorrhoids, local treatments such as hot compresses with hemorrhoidal medication or manual pressure can be employed to promote the absorption of the blood clots. Oral medications that reduce swelling, relieve pain, and stop bleeding can also be used for symptomatic relief. If thrombotic external hemorrhoids recur frequently or if conservative medication fails, surgical excision and stripping of the thrombotic external hemorrhoids can also be considered.

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What foods to eat for thrombotic external hemorrhoids?

Thrombotic external hemorrhoids are primarily caused by inflammation of the anal veins, or by the rupture and thrombus formation of the anal venous plexus due to excessive straining. The main symptoms are a sudden bluish-purple swelling at the edge of the anus or severe pain. The primary cause is usually due to constipation. Therefore, it's important to maintain smooth bowel movements when eating. Increasing the intake of vegetables and fruits and reducing the consumption of meat, while ensuring regular bowel movements, is most crucial.