What should I do if the internal hemorrhoids hurt after being pushed back in?

Written by He Cai Dong
Colorectal Surgery Department
Updated on March 08, 2025
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If the pain does not subside after pushing back a prolapsed internal hemorrhoid, it is often due to the formation of a thrombus, which is why the localized pain is quite noticeable.

In such cases, it is advised to use topical medications for treatment. You can use hemorrhoid suppositories or ointment, inserting them into the anus to alleviate the pain. If the pain remains significant, you can also take oral pain relievers temporarily. If pain persists even after these treatments, it may be considered a strangulated hemorrhoid, which is more serious. It is recommended that you visit a formal hospital's proctology department. There, a doctor can perform a digital rectal examination and an anoscopy to establish a definitive diagnosis and provide appropriate treatment. If very severe, surgery may be needed.

(Use of medications should be under the guidance of a physician.)

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Why is it difficult to cure internal hemorrhoids bleeding?

Internal hemorrhoids refer to the soft venous masses formed by the dilation and varicosity of the hemorrhoidal venous plexus located beneath the mucosa at the end of the rectum, above the dentate line of the anus. Once these masses have formed, they contain blood vessels which can rupture, leading to bleeding during bowel movements, evident as blood mixed with stool. Once these pathological masses have formed, it is very difficult to completely heal them with medication alone; surgical removal of these venous masses is required to prevent recurrent bleeding. Therefore, if conservative treatment is applied, it only slightly alleviates symptoms. If any triggering factors are present, bleeding may recur.

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Are there any effects if internal hemorrhoids are constantly prolapsed?

Internal hemorrhoids that protrude permanently can easily lead to incarceration, causing inflammatory edema. Constant friction over a long period can also cause the surface of the hemorrhoids to break and bleed. Additionally, contamination and waste matter may infect the hemorrhoids. Due to the prolonged protrusion outside the anus, the local circulation can become obstructed, leading to swelling and even inducing local thrombosis, which causes pain in the anus. Therefore, it is not possible to reinsert the prolapsed internal hemorrhoids back into the anus. In such cases, it is advisable to seek prompt medical treatment at a hospital's colorectal surgery department. Surgical options like hemorrhoid banding, PPH (Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids), or TST (Transanal Hemorrhoidal Dearterialization) are recommended. Post-surgery care should include the use of anal cleansers, red oil gauze strips, and golden ointment for dressing changes. Additionally, it is crucial to maintain smooth bowel movements.

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Treatment of internal hemorrhoids

The treatment of internal hemorrhoids mainly divides into two aspects: non-surgical treatment and surgical treatment. As for non-surgical treatment, it consists of general treatment, which includes drinking more water, consuming more dietary fiber, ensuring smooth bowel movements, taking hot sitz baths, and maintaining cleanliness around the anus. The second aspect is medication treatment, which involves oral medications. The third involves local treatment around the anal area, such as inserting hemorrhoid suppositories and applying hemorrhoid ointments. The second aspect is surgical treatment, which generally includes two methods. The first is the ligation of internal hemorrhoids, known as internal hemorrhoid ligation; the second is injecting a sclerosing agent into the internal hemorrhoids to harden them. (Medication use should be conducted under the guidance of a professional doctor.)

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What should I do if internal hemorrhoids have been bleeding for several days?

If internal hemorrhoids have been bleeding continuously for several days, and the bleeding is substantial, it is advisable to promptly undertake active hemostasis treatment. Common treatments for bleeding internal hemorrhoids mainly include taking oral hemostatic medication, or using suppositories and ointments for hemorrhoids to actively stop the bleeding. However, conservative treatment can only provide temporary relief of symptoms. If after treatment, the patient does not pay attention to a light diet or good bowel habits, there may also be a recurrence of hemorrhoid bleeding. If the bleeding is already severe, and there is a possibility of serious anemia, it is advised to perform a local internal hemorrhoid ligation surgery as soon as possible to prevent anemia or exacerbate the severity of the disease. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Is minimally invasive surgery or traditional surgery better for internal hemorrhoids prolapse?

If the patient has only internal hemorrhoids prolapse without external hemorrhoids, it is better to opt for minimally invasive surgery, as it causes less damage and allows for faster postoperative recovery. Clinically, the TST surgical method is often recommended to avoid postoperative anal stenosis. However, if the internal hemorrhoids prolapse is accompanied by severe external hemorrhoids, it is advisable to opt for the traditional external peeling and internal ligation surgery, as this method can also effectively address external hemorrhoids, avoiding the need for a second surgery. Postoperatively, the use of anal cleansers, potassium permanganate solution, golden ointment, red oil ointment gauze, and hemorrhoid suppositories for dressing changes can promote recovery. Additionally, postoperative patients should avoid certain foods and maintain smooth bowel movements to prevent infections, swelling, and bleeding, which will aid in recovery.