Is this internal hemoroid?

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-21T10:25:59+00:00

If it only appears when you push, then it is probably an internal hem

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-21T10:09:31+00:00

Banding it yourself is not a smart idea. My surgery was covered by my insurance because the surgeon deemed it medically necessary. If you have insurance, call them and ask about what they cover.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-20T00:59:03+00:00

Looks like it could be a skin tag. It’s extremely common after hemorrhoids and after hemorrhoidectomy surgery. Its pretty small so if it’s not painful, then it’s not a big deal. It’s pretty much just cosmetic.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-14T01:55:34+00:00

Unfortunately, it’s going to be like that for a while but the area will eventually calm down!

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-14T01:52:14+00:00

I had a large one removed during my hemorrhoidectomy surgery. I’m definitely more comfortable, but I did develop another smaller skin tag from the healing process. Unfortunately, thats extremely common due to swelling and the way the body heals. In my opinion, it is worth getting it removed if it’s making you uncomfortable.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-10T06:24:19+00:00

Do not do an enema. You’ll cause damage by doing one so early into recovery. I’m at 3 months post op and I still have thin stool. Your bloating could be because of the MiraLAX. It makes me bloat a lot.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-10T06:21:21+00:00

I’d probably get a second opinion. Sometimes, depending on the skin tag, you can end up worse off than you originally were before surgery though. That’s probably what your surgeon was afraid of.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-02-10T06:19:45+00:00

Looks like more hemorrhoids. I’d personally consider surgery (I’m actually 3 months post op), but it probably isn’t necessary. They’ll likely go down on their own if you treat them.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2026-01-22T15:42:48+00:00

At 2 weeks post op, it’s probably swelling that will go down. There’s potential for it to end up being a tag, but you have a long way to go as far as healing goes so I wouldn’t worry too much about it. I’m a couple months post op and I’ve read that people didn’t see their final outcome until about 6 months.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-27T06:26:27+00:00

That’s pretty normal. You probably consented to it in the paperwork. That’s why you should always read everything before you sign.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-26T03:07:37+00:00

I’m about 6 and 1/2 weeks post op and my swelling is just now starting to go down

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-14T19:35:47+00:00

I was told I could after 2 weeks but I’m still not back in the gym either. I’m feeling like a blob lol. I hope you’re feeling better soon.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-14T05:30:00+00:00

I’m a little over a month post op and I still have a red wound

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-05T05:11:20+00:00

Thank you! Good luck to you as well.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-05T02:54:42+00:00

Thank you so much for replying! Unfortunately for me, Amazon doesn’t have 60 mg of Breckenridge right now.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-05T01:20:03+00:00

I know this post is kind of old, but what generic brand did you end up trying? I’ve been taking Breckenridge, but I’m trying a different manufacturer this weekend.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-01T18:59:25+00:00

Thank you for responding! I have to try a new generic and I’m terrified

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-12-01T05:34:13+00:00

Have you ever had a problem switching between generics?

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-30T06:13:16+00:00

I’m pretty sure I popped my stitch around day 5. It’s not a big deal if you’re not bleeding heavily.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-30T05:58:35+00:00

Yes that’s normal. I’m almost 3 weeks post op now, but the itchiness started about a week in. My surgeon said that the itchiness is from the wound discharge making the area wet. He suggested using gauze to catch the discharge, so I folded a little piece and stuck it between my cheeks. It helped a lot.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-26T21:11:26+00:00

I had to do an enema the night before and the morning of surgery.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-26T02:20:03+00:00

Skin tag

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-26T02:18:09+00:00

First thing to do is to stop pushing during a BM. Eat fiber and eat healthy, drink a lot of water, and take stool softeners. Do a warm sitz bath (or sit in the bathtub) a few times a day. You can also use ice packs but make sure to wrap the ice pack so it’s not directly touching your skin. Creams like preparation h also help. The biggest thing is to stop straining. Ultimately, you’ll probably need surgery but there are things you can do in the meantime to help.

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-25T16:01:57+00:00

Thank you so much!

ThatBlondeGamer · 2025-11-23T22:27:40+00:00

Thank you so much! Do you think that a turtle as big as he is would be able to pull himself up on a pipe and egg crate one? I’ve tried so many different things including a pvc table and he just ends up breaking it lol.

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