Viewer Comments: Hemorrhoids - SymptomsViewer Comments & ReviewsHemorrhoids - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What are your hemorrhoid symptoms?
Comment from: lara, 25-34 Female (Patient)
Published: September 07
I have a purple lump around my anal opening, not sure at all and a pink/purple lump between my vagina and anal opening. It's not painful or sore just sensitive.
Comment from: user1012, 19-24 Female (Patient)
Published: September 07
Bleeding during a bowel movement and clots of blood Related Reading: Bleeding
Comment from: Robin, 35-44 Female (Patient)
Published: May 02
I have external bleeding.
Comment from: Do, 25-34 Female (Patient)
Published: March 12
I discovered I had hemorrhoid 3 years ago when I was pregnant, but my doctor advised that I not use any treatment because it was going to disappear after delivery. Unfortunately my anus keeps growing to date.
Comment from: Rbaby, 45-54 Female (Patient)
Published: April 14
I have been fighting my hemorrhoids for few months now. They burn, they itch, and bleed on and off. I've been using over the counter stuff, but I drive a lot so that aggravates them.
Comment from: tweet, 35-44 Male (Patient)
Published: April 04
Symptoms of my hemorrhoids were burning pain when I sit and stand.
Comment from: hamo sufferer, 35-44 Female (Patient)
Published: March 21
I've been suffering from external hemorrhoids for years. It's very hard for me as I have little children. Every time it's very sore I have to lie down, and lately it's been very painful when I'm driving or standing for too long.
Comment from: Zoomer, 55-64 Male (Patient)
Published: March 01
I have experienced thrombosed hemorrhoids appearing 1 to 2 days after lifting heavy objects while under stress. They are noticeable during bowel movements and very painful when walking, standing and sitting. I have had a doctor lance the hemorrhoids and push out the blood clots. It reduces the pain immediately but within months the issue returns. After surgery and following a high-fiber diet, I have seen them return. Related Reading: stress | blood clots
Published: February 14
Hemorrhoids occur to me about 1-2 times per year. Painful sensation while defecating and some pain while flexing the muscles of the anus. I have observed the occasional blood on toilet paper. I have no pain or problems outside these occurrences.
Comment from: Matthew, 35-44 Male (Patient)
Published: July 06
I have suffered from hemorrhoids. Anytime I get a flare up I use a product called Hem-eez. It's an easy to take tablet that really gives me a lot of relief, and helps me with the hemorrhoid issue itself. I ordered my Hemeez online and within a matter of days I got fast relief. I highly recommend Hemeez for anyone who has had hemorrhoids.
Comment from: maggieJ, 65-74 Female (Patient)
Published: June 23
I have had hemorrhoids off and on for many years. I am having a serious bout for the past 5 months. The doctorsaid take pyscillium and Anusol HC suppositories. No change. There is pain on elimination and most times just a small bit of blood. Occasionally more. I am 73 years old. It is just age that I can't get rid of them this time. It used to just last for a week at a time. I am as regular as a clock - hardly finish my oatmeal/oat bran and have to go. Seldom is the stool even slightly hard - nearly always soft and not overly large in diameter. Must Read Articles Related to Hemorrhoids
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I have had hemorrhoids for over 34 years now. I've always had problems with using the toilet. Three days ago I started to get the most pain I have ever had. I didn't want to say anything to the wife, so I kept it to myself. I think I need to see a doctor now as I can't use the toilet at all.
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